Horticulture & Gardening

Horticulture Faculty Member: Taun Beddes

Taun was raised around agriculture, and his first job was on a local farm. Since then, he has continued to work in and with the local green industry and still enjoys working directly in the soil.

Taun holds a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture and an M.S. in Plant Science. He is currently employed by Utah State University Extension as a horticulturist. He primarily works in Utah County with commercial fruit and vegetable growers and assists homeowners and hobbyists with gardening questions.

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Grasshopper Management

Grasshoppers have posed a significant challenge in many regions this year. Learn more about effective management strategies below.

Grasshopper Management Information

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Upcoming Events

Juab County Community Garden — 2025 Season

People of all ages enjoy the benefits of gardening. For residents who do not have access to garden space, the Juab County Community Garden provides an opportunity to participate and grow their own produce.

There are 20 individual plots sized at 4' × 10' located on the north side of the Juab County Fairgrounds in Nephi. Plots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Community Garden Resources

• Community Garden Guidelines and Policies
• Community Garden 2025 Application

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Drip Irrigation

PVC Drip Irrigation Fact Sheet

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Soil Testing Resources

• Soil Testing Basics
• Soil Test Lab
• How to Read Your Soil Test Results
• Garden Store

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Additional Resources

• Center for Water Efficient Landscaping (CWEL)
• Production Horticulture
• Protectors of Urban Pollinators (PUPs)
• Weed Guides
• Online Course Catalog

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Garden Centers

• Ogden Botanical Gardens
• USU Botanical Center