Earlier this year, Extension started offering a one-hour webinar series for free! It is called the K-State Garden Hour and was offered weekly throughout the growing season. This fall, the program is slowing down to a monthly webinar hour. The webinar’s include a 45-minute presentation and 10-15 minutes for questions from live participants. Participants can register online to view the live sessions, but all sessions have been recorded.
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Top 5 Reasons to Get Involved in 4-H
The beginning of a new school year is here, and this is time families may be looking for new opportunities for their child. This time of year can also be a great time to get involved in something you have never experienced, 4-H.
I’m what we call a first generation 4-Her. Meaning, my parents were not involved with 4-H as youth. However, after seeing my cousins in the program, my mom signed my brother and me up as soon as we were old enough. In Kansas, that is age 7 through 18 by January 1. We participated as family and I enjoyed it so much, I made a career of it as your County Extension Agent.
Flower Frenzy
Each spring, I always look forward to the 4-H camp planning meeting. With 20 counties involved, we meet in a central location. The drive home typically takes me past a few garden centers, where usually I surrender to my excitement of purchasing flowers for my outdoor containers. This year, camp is canceled, because K-State Research & Extension’s number one priority is keeping our participants healthy. I can all but assume that my next essential trip out of town, I will no longer be able to contain myself and purchase quite the selection of plants to enjoy. It is a bonus this year because the plants won’t suffer during camp season while I’m gone!
With just a little bit of thought and planning for your containers, you can increase your home’s curb appeal, and enjoy some color this spring and summer.
