Horticulture
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Utah State University Extension promotes awareness and educates the public on the science and art of horticulture. Informal, not-for-credit classes are offered periodically on various gardening topics, such as Soil Preparation, Water-Wise Landscaping, Fruit Tree Pruning, and Starting Seeds Indoors.
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August Gardening Tips |
Keep up on the weeding and deadheading. - Check on hanging baskets and containers daily. The wind and sun can dry them out very quickly.
- Use water soluble fertilizer in existing container gardens.
- Pick summer squash and zucchini every couple of days to keep the plants producing.
- Pick up and destroy any fruit that has fallen off trees to reduce insect pests.
- If you are going on vacation mow the lawn before you leave. Waiting to mow it until you return may remove more than 1/3 of the top growth which may weaken your lawn and make it more susceptible to insects and diseases.
- Remember that Kentucky Bluegrass lawns go dormant when temperatures are over 96°.
- Herbicides can damage plants when they are used in high heat. Check the label and follow all of the instructions carefully.
- Check hose connections, pipes, and valves for water leaks. Even small leaks can waste gallons of water each day.
- Preform a monthly maintenance check of your sprinkler system.
Growing in the Garden Now |
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Choosing plants that bloom later in the season is a great way to keep your garden fresh and interesting. Follow the link below to learn more about a perennial plant that is in bloom now. Click here to learn more about Blazing Star. |
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Sometimes the chore of summertime weeding never seems to end. Follow the link below to learn more about a weed commonly found in our area right now. Click here to learn more about Spotted Spurge |
Do-It-Yourself in the Garden |
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Horticulture Agents |
Maggie Shao - 801.468.3178
Agent Position currently vacant - 801.468.3171