More than Mums
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Microclimate Gardening
May 16
OSU Extension and the Ashtabula County Master Gardeners are pleased to be offering a Spring Community Class on Wednesday, May 16 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Ashtabula County Extension office located at 39 Wall Street in Jefferson, Ohio. We invite you to join the Ashtabula County Master Gardeners as they offer this special spring class. Two topics will be presented at this workshop.
The first presentation is titled, “More than Mums: Fall Color in the Perennial Bed.” During this presentation, the Master Gardeners will discuss in detail more than 20 late-blooming flowers that will keep your perennial beds in enticing color until well into October. Advice will also be offered on preparing a perennial bed for planting as well as special tips for inter planting in an established bed. The second presentation is titled, “Changing Zones: Microclimate Gardening.” During this presentation, the Master Gardeners will teach what, if any, impact the new hardiness zone changes will have in our county and find spots in your garden for plants you thought you couldn't grow.
There is a $3 per person registration fee and registrations are requested by May 10 as seating is limited. Mail registration and check payable to OSU Extension to: OSU Extension, 39 Wall Street, Jefferson, OH 44047. More information about this workshop can be obtained at: http://ashtabula.osu.edu or by calling 440-576-9008.
Leave Hungry Pests Behind
The USDA urges everyone to “leave hungry pests behind” by observing these practices:
- Buy Local, Burn Local. Invasive pests and larvae can hide and ride long distances in firewood. Don't give them a free ride to start a new infestation—buy firewood where you burn it.
- Plant Carefully. Buy your plants from a reputable source and avoid using invasive plant species at all costs.
- Do Not Bring or Mail fresh fruits, vegetables, or plants into your state or another state unless agricultural inspectors have cleared them beforehand.
- Cooperate with any agricultural quarantine restrictions and allow authorized agricultural workers access to your property for pest or disease surveys.
- Keep It Clean. Wash outdoor gear and tires between fishing, hunting or camping trips. Clean lawn furniture and other outdoor items when moving from one home to another.
- Learn To Identify. If you see signs of an invasive pest or disease, write down or take a picture of what you see, and then report it at www.HungryPests.com.
- Speak Up.Declare all agricultural items to customs officials when returning from international travel. Call USDA to find out what’s allowed:
- (301) 851-2046 for questions about plants
- (301) 851-3300 for questions about animals