tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236Wed, 28 Aug 2024 17:14:22 +0000vegetableswoody plantsornamentalsoddballproduceinsectsnative plantsflowersfruitssustainablebeesshrubstreesdiseasesfruit treespesticidescontainersherbsraised bedswildlifewinterfarmers marketforestsgreenmushroomsornamentalweedsbirdsclassesfloodingpruningturfwater qualityagritourismbulbsmaster gardenerpondsrosestropicalsweatherwormsPulaski County Kentucky's home gardening blog!http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Beth)Blogger150125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-184830102675458600Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:14:00 +00002015-03-20T07:14:41.692-05:00native plantsoddballornamentalornamentalstreeswoody plantsSpring is just about here and I'm one of those people who like different, unusual plants. I do not want to have what everyone else has. I think many of us are like that.&nbsp; The best estimate for the number of tree species in the world is 23,000 to 25,000. That means that we have more to choose from than just maples, redbuds, oaks, or Leyland cypresses. I will be the first to admit that some http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2015/03/trees-you-wish-you-had-planted.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-3314802174262946997Fri, 26 Dec 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-12-26T08:00:00.347-05:00beesflowersnative plantsornamentalsshrubstreeswinterwoody plantsPeople love lists. I love lists. So when December 1st rolled around, I made a decision to put together a list of trees, shrubs, and perennials for each of the days leading up to Christmas.&nbsp; So here you go: &nbsp;Weeping Norway spruce – living waterfall, yr-round interest, up to 15' tall&nbsp; &nbsp;Miyabe maple – small (up to 40’) tree, dense shade, yellow fall color, fruit produced in http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/12/decembers-25-days-of-superior-trees.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1664664694463444698Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:39:00 +00002014-11-14T10:42:53.872-05:00native plantsornamentalsshrubsFothergilla was actually named after a Quaker physician named John Fothergill. It is a member of the witch hazel family and includes 2 species, Fothergilla gardenii and F. major. The genus has lived in obscurity despite the efforts of plantsmen like Michael Dirr and Harrison Flint.&nbsp; However, once hybrids of the 2 species were created, fothergilla finally got some attention. Fothergilla http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/11/fothergilla-weird-name-but-outstanding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1054047221651240677Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:20:00 +00002014-10-14T15:20:37.299-05:00<!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/10/garlic-planting-time-is-now.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-2218287632734044721Fri, 26 Sep 2014 12:30:00 +00002014-09-26T08:29:03.272-05:00bulbsclassesflowersornamentalsI am getting extremely fond of bulbs, and why not? They need be planted only once and you get many, many years of returns. Many of us have experience with tulips and many of our experiences are not that great. Generally what I hear is most of us only get a year's worth of bloom, then they are either weak or non-existent the following year. However, if you pick the right species of tulip, I http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/09/tulips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-3681501532855697990Thu, 28 Aug 2014 14:44:00 +00002014-08-28T09:44:36.695-05:00classes&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We have several upcoming classes here at the Pulaski County Extension Service.&nbsp; Call us at (606)679-6361 for more information. Here's what's going on, fees, dates and times. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mini-Gardens are Mega-Fun, September 16 at 6pm at the Pulaski County Extension office. Come learn about mini-gardens from Master Gardener Robin Orwin. With mini-gardens http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/08/end-of-summer-classes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-8796351666612926853Thu, 21 Aug 2014 13:25:00 +00002014-08-21T08:25:48.561-05:00diseasesinsectsnative plantstreeswoody plants&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Emerald ash borer (EAB) is eventually going to come and kick some major ash in Pulaski County KY.&nbsp; However, even without this pest, ashes have their share of problems.&nbsp; Let's go over a few of the most common. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ash/lilac borer -- unlike EAB, these borers tend to infest already stressed ash trees.&nbsp; Symptoms include tree decline (thinning http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/08/non-emerald-ash-borer-ash-problems.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-2843081648354641340Mon, 28 Jul 2014 21:04:00 +00002014-07-28T16:04:28.370-05:00insectspesticides &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The emerald ash borer has been trapped in far eastern Pulaski County.&nbsp; Three individuals were trapped at the Bee Rock Campground near the Rockcastle River.&nbsp; Just because EAB was confirmed here, it's still hard to know how widespread the critter is. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Specialists at the University of Kentucky recommend treating high value ash trees.&http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2014/07/emerald-ash-borer-in-pulaski-co.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1426177115466536864Wed, 04 Dec 2013 14:46:00 +00002013-12-04T10:06:37.077-05:00birdscontainersfruit treesornamentalspruningshrubsvegetableswinterwoody plants&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Although 'gardening' is probably not an activity many people think of in the winter, here are some gardening-like things to do while stuck in the doldrums of winter: DECEMBER Always keep a watering can full of water so that the water can be at room temperature. Don't shock your houseplants by watering with cold water. When bringing poinsettias from the greenhouse to http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2013/12/gardening-in-winter-yep.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1527496868718967318Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:10:00 +00002013-07-16T09:11:29.704-05:00&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Many people have a love for things that grow.&nbsp; If you have that love as well as a love for community service, then the Master Gardener Program may be right for you.&nbsp; The program will be held in Pulaski Co this fall 2013.&nbsp; The fee is $150.&nbsp; You must fill out a Master Gardener application.&nbsp; Rough starting dates are early to mid-September through http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2013/07/fall-2013-master-gardener-program.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-2556615420399494733Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:30:00 +00002013-01-18T08:30:01.664-05:00native plantsoddballornamentalstreeswoody plantsThis is not a post about doing germination tests on your old flower or vegetable seeds.&nbsp; This is a story of forgetfulness. Back in the fall of 2010, I was hiking at the Yahoo Falls area in McCreary Co, KY.&nbsp; Great place to hike by the way.&nbsp; I collected some seed from a cucumber magnolia.&nbsp; I absolutely love our native deciduous magnolias!&nbsp; I gathered between 15 and 25 http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2013/01/old-seeds-and-jack-you-have-to-read-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-7990438858902423605Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:55:00 +00002012-12-24T10:55:00.812-05:00ornamentaltreeswoody plants In honor of 12/12/12 a couple of weeks ago, I'm rounding out my '12 New _____ Plants' to try during 2013 with a list of trees or shrubs.&nbsp; You can see the other two 12-lists by scrolling down. 12 New or Different Trees or Shrubs to try in 2013 Yellowwood -- a spring-flowering, overlooked native plant, yellowwood was featured in the UK College of Ag's AgMag this fall. Cryptomeria (Japanesehttp://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/12/12-new-trees-and-shrubs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-2966086602198421373Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:00:00 +00002012-12-18T08:00:13.000-05:00flowersnative plantsornamentalsIn honor of last week's date of 12/12/12, in this 2nd week, we'll be talking about 12 new annuals/perennials for home landscapes.&nbsp; Last week I listed 12 fruits and vegetables. 12 New or Different Annuals and Perennials to try in 2013 (A) designates annual, (P) perennial Amaranth -- 'Love Lies Bleeding' is very cool. And if you want some art in the garden, try the very sculptured-looking 'http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/12/12-new-annuals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-320381828015952191Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:54:00 +00002012-12-12T12:56:53.025-05:00fruitsherbsproducevegetablesOn this unique date, let's use it to think about 12 new varieties of vegetables/fruit (today), 12 new varieties of annuals (week of Dec 17), and 12 new types of trees or shrubs (week of Dec 24) for our landscapes. 12 New or Different Vegetables or Fruits to try in 2013 Sprouting broccoli Shell beans -- I know that beans are one of the cheapest things in the store, but you can't buy Vermont http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/12/121212-lets-do-12-new-plants.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-5811293131911405482Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:05:00 +00002012-11-13T16:05:45.193-05:00containersflowersornamentalsI will be the first to admit, daffodils are not my favorite flower.&nbsp; In fact, I'm not sure how I would answer that question anyway, but it would not be with 'daffodil'. But I am now addicted.&nbsp; To daffodils.&nbsp; Daffs, as the familiar call them. But I can't afford them, at least not in the amounts I'd like.&nbsp; So, as with some addictions, I'll take my daffs in small, annual doses.http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/11/daffodils.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-2029090181612556039Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:12:00 +00002012-09-28T08:12:14.116-05:00floodinggreenwater qualitywildlifeIt was raining this morning, so I thought I might do a post on rain gardens.&nbsp; Makes sense at 5:15am.... A rain garden is a strategically located low area planted with (usually) native plants that intercepts runoff from rain events and allows it to infiltrate the soil. Just think of all the paved areas we have...rain will not penetrate into soil but is directed into storm sewers where this http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/09/rain-gardens.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1803967637653599461Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:00:00 +00002012-07-19T14:27:37.771-05:00raised bedsvegetables At the office, I planted potatoes using a couple of different methods a home gardener might try. One was the square foot gardening method where I planted potatoes in 2 squares side-by-side.&nbsp; I used the 'high-rise' method where I built another 1' x 2' x 6" square so that I could add more soil as the potatoes grew.&nbsp; In total, the square foot gardening method gave me about 12" of depthhttp://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/07/potato-harvest-for-home-gardeners.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-3749948385934953577Mon, 16 Jul 2012 19:52:00 +00002012-07-16T14:59:48.747-05:00insectspesticidesvegetablesBlister Beetles Appearing &nbsp; Margined blister beetles Blister beetles can be quite a sight in the home garden.&nbsp; About this time of year, their populations build up to incredible numbers.&nbsp; They amass on and can defoliate plants in a day or two if the infestation is severe enough. They seem to prefer plants in the Solanaceous family like tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers. Beetles http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/07/blister-beetles-now-appearing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-7304339589548687967Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:09:00 +00002012-04-26T13:59:50.988-05:00vegetablesYou know that (old) country song by Barbara Mandrell, 'I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool'?&nbsp; Well, in a much less vocal way, I feel much the same way about vegetable growing. Eggplant, look at those dark stems! As a student at the University of Kentucky in 1994, I found that very few of my fellow students were into vegetables, and I mean very few.&nbsp; There was me and this one http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/04/vegetables-used-to-not-be-cool.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)01865-1873 Tucker Rd, Somerset, KY 42503, USA37.091369483590668 -84.63819980621337937.089785983590666 -84.640667306213373 37.092952983590671 -84.635732306213384tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-1354644914723782129Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:34:00 +00002012-03-22T14:05:43.898-05:00fruitsnative plantsornamentalstreesHere are various pictures and dates of redbuds in bloom over the years either at the Children's Garden at the Pulaski Co Library or at the Pulaski Co Extension Office. 3/20/12 4/11/11 4/10/10 4/14/09 4/11/08 3/28/07 -- Easter freeze came and killed everything 4/5/07 3/28/07 These pictures chronicle our 'normal' bloom time over the last 5 years.&nbsp; Or maybe late March is http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/03/redbud-bloom-over-years.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-6659761869505497185Sat, 25 Feb 2012 17:03:00 +00002012-02-25T12:03:00.229-05:00ornamentalsrosesDr Tim Phillips presented a talk on roses at the Turf Short Course during the landscape track.&nbsp; Dr Phillips is a fescue breeder at UK, but his sideline is roses.&nbsp; He's in charge of the rose garden at the UK Arboretum.&nbsp; Here are some tidbits from that talk: There are over 1700 varieties of roses at the Arboretum Knockouts came on the scene in 1999 AARS (All America Rose Selections) http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/02/turf-short-course-part-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-7588579270659727465Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:26:00 +00002012-02-24T09:26:04.789-05:00pesticidespondswater qualityI attended one day of the Turf Short Course in Louisville yesterday.&nbsp; As it turned out, I went to sessions on Landscapes, but came away with some very interesting info. Steve Higgins presented on water quality and how what landscape professionals do affects our water supply: We all live downstream. KY has over 7000 impaired streams (2010) Test your soil, don't guess.&nbsp; Only put down http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/02/turf-short-course.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-109937220106898307Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:32:00 +00002012-02-01T15:32:49.371-05:00fruit treesfruitsornamentalweatherYou know, I'm the first person who would like to see spring come early.&nbsp; However, during the winter, if it's going to be cold, I like it to stay cold. There is plenty of evidence of plants resuming growth during this stint of temperatures in the 50s.&nbsp; Take a look at our daffs.&nbsp; Feb 1, 2012 Last year, our daffodils here at the office weren't at this stage until March 1.&nbsp; A http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/02/you-cant-stop-early-spring.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-7581641888683895001Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +00002012-01-17T08:00:09.934-05:00beesA Beginning Beekeeping school will be held in Pulaski County starting February 14 at 6pm.&nbsp; Three other sessions will be held:&nbsp; Feb 21, Feb 28, and March 13.&nbsp; All begin at 6pm, all at the Pulaski County Extension Service office.&nbsp; Fee for the program is $20. Beekeeping in this day and age is not like your father's or your grandfather's beekeeping.&nbsp; We have many pests and http://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/01/beginning-beekeeping-program.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31756236.post-4419710766391361442Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:38:00 +00002012-01-10T11:38:10.434-05:00agritourismfruitsvegetablesI go to the Kentucky Fruit &amp; Vegetable Conference every single year.&nbsp; It is THE meeting for KY growers of fruits, vegetables, organics, grapes, and wine.&nbsp; Over the years, I have seen such a shift, in a good way, in regards to participant age. I was usually considered one of the younger participants.&nbsp; Of course, every year I go adds a year to my life, but as a 44 year old, I amhttp://pchomegarden.blogspot.com/2012/01/info-from-ky-fruit-and-vegetable.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)0