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Cooperative Extension Service
Fayette County Extension
1140 Harry Sykes Way
Lexington, KY 40504-1383
Phone (859) 257-5582
Email: DL_CES_Fayette@email.uky.edu
http://fayette.ca.uky.edu/
2022 Gardener’s Toolbox Classes
Hello Toolbox Enthusiasts,
Hard to believe we have made it through another year of all this. Here’s to hoping 2022 will take a
different course.
Our plan for 2022 is to offer Gardener’s Toolbox classes in person, January through March, we
will also offer a recorded version available shortly afterwards to those who prefer that option. I am
not confident we can continue to offer both options as things get busier, but we will try. Any
changes in program delivery will be announced in advance.
Cross your fingers we do not encounter more pandemic related issues as we move forward. I have
heard from many of you who long for in person classes as well as a large group that prefers to view
from home. I am eager to see your familiar faces after this long hiatus. Regardless of how you
prefer to learn about gardening, we are happy to help and appreciate you choosing us as your
source of information. I look forward to new seeds, plants, and friends as we head toward Spring.
Thank you and Happy New Year!
Jamie Dockery
Fayette County Extension Agent for Horticulture
jamie.dockery@uky.edu
(859) 257-5582
IMPORTANT!!
Sign up early for classes to avoid being turned away because a class is full.
ALL classes, including the “Free” ones are “PRE-REGISTRATION” only.
If you need to cancel, you must do so 2 weeks prior to the class time to receive a
refund or credit for a different class.
If handouts and/or plants are not picked up by 3:00 p.m. Friday the week the class
is held, items will be donated. There will not be any “babysitting” of plants, no
exceptions!
We are not in control of shipment of plants, there have been times in the past that
plants were late or compromised due to delays, your understanding and patience
will be appreciated, we will make every effort to make it right.
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Jamie’s Recommended Vegetable Varieties ~ Tuesday, January 18th at 6:00 p.m.: We
will discuss the merits of numerous vegetable varieties that have proven easy to grow in central
Kentucky. Many of these feature atypical colors or other things you may not have encountered. This
is not a class about how to grow vegetables but a discussion of proven performers that are likely to
end up on your list every year. We will send you home with several types of seed for your own
garden. Cost: $15.00. This class will be presented in person and video format.
Winter Sowing ~ Thursday, February 10th at 6:00 p.m.: I am sure you have heard of the
milk jug method, and we will recap how effective that technique can be for starting early seedlings.
What I most want to discuss with you is the handful of plants that can be direct seeded in winter for
spring and summer flowers. It could not be simpler. We will provide seeds for you to try at home.
Cost: $15.00. This class will be presented in person and video format.
Breaking Ground - Options for Starting New Gardens ~ Tuesday, February 15th
at 6:00 p.m.: Suppose you want a vegetable garden out back or possibly to extend a landscape
bed? Where do you begin when you have lawn or weeds? There are many options and will discuss
the pros and cons of each including methods of removing existing growth, options for improving soil
and when raised beds are better choices. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this
class. This class will be presented in person and video format.
Low Maintenance Lawn Care ~ Thursday, March 10th at 6:00 p.m.: We will cover the ba-
sics of caring for a lawn with an emphasis on lower inputs and sustainable methods. Learn why late
summer is the best time to seed and why common fertilization practices are often not the best
approach. We will also discuss alternatives to grass monocultures. This is always popular so sign up
early. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class. This class will be presented
in person and video format.
Proper Pruning ~ Tuesday, March 29th at 6:00 p.m.: Proper pruning is an integral part of
landscape management. Many homeowners are daunted by the task or plunge ahead hacking
mercilessly. Join us to learn the basics of proper pruning including how to make proper cuts,
appropriate timing, and even when to call a professional. Cost: Free, but you must
pre-register for this class. This class will be presented in person and video format.
Easy Cut Flowers from Seed ~ Tuesday, April 5th at 6:00 p.m.: We will discuss great cut
flowers that can be seeded directly into the garden. There are several easily grown plants that can
provide bouquets over a long season. Zinnias, Larkspur, Gloriosa Daisies, Cockscomb, etc. If you can
spare some garden space or have sunny spots in your landscape, you can grow flowers. Discussion
will include management tips to ensure your success. We will provide seeds for you to try!
Cost: $10.00.
Growing Herbs ~ Thursday, April 21st at 6:00 p.m.: Seeding planting, early use and care of
herbs. Learn about perennial, annual, and biennial herbs, when to plant seeds, which herbs are
better as transplants. We will share many tips along the way. Participants take home seed packets of
easy to grow annual herbs. Cost: $10.00.
Growing Great Tomatoes ~ Thursday, May 12th at 6:00 p.m.: A whole class about
everyone’s favorite summer vegetable. We will discuss techniques for growing great tomatoes and
how to avoid common pitfalls. There will be an emphasis on disease prevention. Each class member
will take home a plant for your own mini trial. Attend in person to receive plant. Cost: Free, but
you must pre-register for this class.
Winter Weather Policy
In case of increment weather, please call the Fayette County Extension Office
at (859) 257-5582, to verify the office is open.
Page 3 Hardy Ferns ~ Thursday, May 19th at 6:00 p.m.: Though delicate in appearance many of our native ferns are surprisingly easy to grow. We will discuss some of the better options for landscapes and provide a couple of plants for you to try. All you need provide is a garden with shade and moisture retentive soils. Well, maybe a little planting effort. Cost: $15.00. Managing Lawn Weeds ~ Tuesday, June 7th at 6:00 p.m.: There are many types of weeds and controlling them begins with an understanding of their life cycle. We will cover annual and winter annual weeds and their management as well as their perennial cousins. Control strategies will include chemical and sustainable approaches. You should leave with the knowledge to gain the upper hand in your weed battles (you still must provide the effort and motivation). Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class. Hydrangeas ~ Thursday, June 16th at 6:00 p.m.: Not to burst your bubble, but those giant pink and blue varieties tend to perform poorly in our climate. We hope to open your eyes to all the other wonderful hydrangeas that you might not know as well. And yes, we will offer some tips that may improve the odds of your being successful with the blue ones. Take home small plants of more durable varieties for your garden. Cost: $20.00. Hardy Hibiscus~ Tuesday, June 21st at 6:00 p.m.: Often called ‘dinner plate’ hibiscus be- cause of their giant flowers, perennial hibiscus have been around for a long time. Only in recent years have breeders turned their attention to making better varieties. Improvements include shorter plants, unique dark foliage and new colors that bloom for much longer periods of time. We are sourcing some of the best varieties for your garden. Very reliable and easy to grow once established. You will receive a plant for your yard. Cost: $20.00 New and Exciting Perennial Sedums ~ Thursday, July 14th at 6:00 p.m.: There are myriad Sedum varieties available to gardeners and they are some of the most reliable perennials. In recent years many new and improved varieties have been introduced. We will cover their culture and provide rooted cuttings of several types. Cost: $20.00. The Fall Vegetable Garden - Plan Now For Late Fall & Winter Harvest ~ Thursday, July 21st at 6:00 p.m.: Most seasoned gardeners regularly plant fall vegetable crops. With some planning, season extending techniques and proper storage, it is possible to eat from your garden well into winter. We will discuss best varieties for storage, which crops can be mulched in ground and which things are hardy enough to make it with no care. We can certainly enjoy fresh produce through December and often later. We will furnish seeds for you home garden. Cost: $10.00. Dividing Perennials ~ Tuesday, August 2nd at 6:00 p.m.: You will learn how to properly divide and replant common landscape perennials. Though intimidating at first glance, plants are very forgiving and we will walk you through the process demonstrating proper techniques. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class. Native Flowers for Pollinators ~ Thursday, August 25th at 6:00 p.m.: In this session we will discuss some of the better native flower choices for gardens. Planting natives for pollinators is quite trendy and a great step toward protecting these valuable resources. Every great pollinator plant is not necessarily a well-behaved landscape choice. We will steer you to some pollinator favorites that also are great for gardeners. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class. NEW DATE: Native Trees to Consider ~ Thursday, September 15th at 6:00 p.m.: There are no perfect trees but many of our Native species can make worthy landscape specimens. We will not steer you to which tree is the best choice for you but educate you about how to match trees to your specific site conditions. Selecting trees that naturally occur in the soil and topography of your site will result in fewer long-term problems. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class.
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Woody Invasives Management ~ Tuesday, September 27th at 6:00 p.m.: Bush
Honeysuckle, Winter Creeper Euonymus, Escaped Ornamental Pears…the list goes on and on. We
are all experiencing problems with these highly invasive woody plants and control measures can be
intimidating. We will discuss management of woody invasives and which options are most effective.
We will discuss herbicides, special tools to make the job easier and various tips to improve your
success. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this class.
Tulips ~Thursday, October 13th at 6:00 p.m.: Although they are not likely to return year after
year like some daffodils, Tulips are arguably the showiest of all the spring flowering bulbs. We will
discuss the various types of tulips and which ones may be more likely to return for a few years. You
will take home a sampler of unusual varieties for your home garden. Since retail stores rarely stock
deep selections of bulbs you may be amazed at what is available from specialty suppliers. Anticipate
roughly 25 total bulbs to plant with several varieties included. Cost: $20.00.
Garden Clean Up with Emphasis on More Natural Approaches ~ Tuesday,
November 1st at 6:00 p.m.: Honestly a class more about not cleaning up in the fall. Dead plant
material, fallen leaves, and standing stalks all play a role in nature. We will discuss the benefits of
less fall clean up. From building better soils to protecting insects and pollinators, natural approaches
equate to more sustainable gardens with many benefits. Come and learn if these lower input
strategies make sense for your property. Cost: Free, but you must pre-register for this
class.
My Favorite Garden Tools - Various Tools, Equipment, and Accessories ~ Thursday,
December 8th at 6:00 p.m.: Over the years all serious gardeners find tools and accessories that
they consider indispensable. In this session I will discuss various implements that work very well in
the landscape and vegetable garden. All shovels and hoes are not created equal. Cost: Free, but
you must pre-register for this class.
Fayette County Extension Office will be closed
December 24th, 2021 thru to January 2, 2022.
We will be back in the office on
Monday, January 3, 2022.
Happy Holidays!
The Fayette County Extension Office
will be closed
January 17, 2022
in honor of
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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~ 2022 GARDENER’S TOOLBOX CLASSES ~
Keep this chart for your Records
In person classes will be held at the Fayette County Extension Office,
1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington at 6:00 p.m.
Watch your email for further instructions closer to the date of your class you signed up for!
Class and Time Class and Time
Tuesday, 1/18: Jamie’s Recommended Vegetable Thursday, 2/10: Winter Sowing. Cost: $15.00
Varieties. Cost: $15.00
Tuesday, 2/15: Breaking Ground—Options for Thursday, 3/10: Low Maintenance Lawn Care.
Starting New Gardens. Cost: Free Cost: Free
Tuesday, 3/29: Proper Pruning. Cost: Free Tuesday, 4/5: Easy Cut Flowers from Seed.
Cost: $10.00
Thursday, 4/21: Growing Herbs. Cost: $10.00 Thursday, 5/12: Growing Great Tomatoes. Cost: Free
Thursday, 5/19: Hardy Ferns. Cost: $15.00 Tuesday, 6/7: Managing Lawn Weeds. Cost: Free
Thursday, 6/16: Hydrangeas. Cost: $20.00 PENDING: Tuesday, 6/21: Hardy Hibiscus.
Cost: $20.00
Thursday, 7/14: New and Exciting Perennial Sedums. Thursday, 7/21: The Fall Vegetable Garden - Plan Now
Cost: $20.00 For Late Fall & Winter Harvest. Cost: $10.00
Tuesday, 8/2: Dividing Perennials. Cost: Free Thursday, 8/25: Native Flowers for Pollinators.
Cost: Free
NEW DATE: Thursday, 9/15: Native Trees to Tuesday, 9/27: Woody Invasives Management.
Consider. Cost: Free Cost: Free
Thursday, 10/13: Tulip. Cost: $20.00 Tuesday, 11/1: Garden Clean Up with Emphasis on
More Natural Approaches. Cost: Free
Thursday, 12/8: My Favorite Garden Tools - Various
Tools, Equipment, and Accessories. Cost: Free
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Best Way to Collect Soil
Sample gardens, lawns, and landscaped areas separately. Collect random samples from each
area. The area to sample for trees includes the soil below the width of the tree. For shrubs, flower
beds, and gardens, sample just the soil where the plants are growing. You should sample
problem areas and areas with shrubs, trees, or flower beds separately from other turf or lawn
areas.
Do not sample compost areas, under the drip-line of trees, and close to driveways
or streets.
One commonly overlooked component of soil sampling is the depth of soil to be tested. Most
plant nutrients accumulate at the soil surface. This nutrient stratification is a result of past
broadcast fertilizer applications and decomposition of plant residue on the soil surface. Because
there is a higher concentration of nutrients on the soil surface, soil test values usually go down as
the sample depth is increased. To obtain accurate and consistent (between different years)
results, samples must be taken to the following depths for these areas:
Tilled Areas - Take soil cores to the depth of the tillage operation (usually 6 to 8 inches).
Non or Reduced-Tilled Areas - Take soil cores to a depth of 3 to 4 inches for pastures, no-till
planting (where fertilizer or lime remains on the soil surface), and minimum-till planting (where
fertilizer is incorporated only in the surface 1 to 2 inches).
Lawns and Turf Grasses - Collect soil cores to a depth of 3 to 4 inches.
Sample Preparation - After individual sample are collected and placed in the bucket, crush
the soil material and mix the sample thoroughly. Allow the sample to air dry in an open space
free from contamination. When dry, fill a clean container with approximately 2 cups of soil.
IMPORTANT - The Fayette County Conservation District will cover the cost of routine soil
sample to all Fayette County residents until further notice. This grant allows each household a
limit of 25 samples. Otherwise the cost of a routine soil test is $7.00. Bring your samples to the
Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, anytime Monday thru
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. When you arrive, be prepared to complete some paperwork
to begin the process of your soil samples. This is a great time to submit your soil samples.
Please be aware that due to the devastating tornadoes that tore through
western Kentucky recently, University of Kentucky’s Princeton Soil Lab was
destroyed. Therefore, ALL the soil samples from the entire state will now be
processed thru the University of Kentucky Soil Lab in Lexington. Delays are
anticipated due to the higher volume of samples being submitted to one
facility in Lexington. We ask for your patience and understanding during
this time.2022 GARDENER’S TOOLBOX - REGISTRATION FORM
Name: ______________________Phone: _________E-Mail:________________
Address: __________________City: ____________State: ____ Zip: _________
TOTAL Amount Enclosed $ ________
IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
Sign up early for classes to avoid being turned away because class is full.
ALL classes, including the “Free” ones are “PRE-REGISTRATION” only.
If you need to cancel, you must do so 2 weeks prior to the class time to receive a
refund or credit for a different class.
If handouts and/or plants are not picked up by 3:00 p.m. Friday the week the class is
held, items will be donated. There will not be any “babysitting” of plants, no
exceptions!
We are not in control of shipment of plants, there have been times in the past that
plants were late or compromised due to delays, your understanding and patience
will be appreciated, we will make every effort to make it right.
Please make check payable to: Fayette County Master Gardener Association
or online: https://pacecommunity.azurewebsites.net/PersonAccount/
Login?organization=1034
Mail To: Gardener’s Toolbox ~ Fayette County Extension Office
1140 Harry Sykes Way ~ Lexington, KY 40504
For more information, call (859) 257-5582
~ 2022 GARDENER’S TOOLBOX CLASSES ~
In person classes will be held at the Fayette County Extension Office,
1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington at 6:00 p.m.
Watch your email for further instructions closer to the date of your class you signed up for!
Class and Time Class and Time
Tuesday, 1/18: Jamie’s Recommended Vegetable Thursday, 2/10: Winter Sowing. Cost: $15.00
Varieties. Cost: $15.00
Tuesday, 2/15: Breaking Ground—Options for Thursday, 3/10: Low Maintenance Lawn Care.
Starting New Gardens. Cost: Free Cost: Free
Tuesday, 3/29: Proper Pruning. Cost: Free Tuesday, 4/5: Easy Cut Flowers from Seed.
Cost: $10.00
Thursday, 4/21: Growing Herbs. Cost: $10.00 Thursday, 5/12: Growing Great Tomatoes. Cost: Free
Thursday, 5/19: Hardy Ferns. Cost: $15.00 Tuesday, 6/7: Managing Lawn Weeds. Cost: Free
Thursday, 6/16: Hydrangeas. Cost: $20.00 Tuesday, 6/21: Hardy Hibiscus.
Cost: $20.00
Thursday, 7/14: New and Exciting Perennial Sedums. Thursday, 7/21: The Fall Vegetable Garden - Plan Now
Cost: $20.00 For Late Fall & Winter Harvest. Cost: $10.00
Tuesday, 8/2: Dividing Perennials. Cost: Free Thursday, 8/25: Native Flowers for Pollinators.
Cost: Free
NEW DATE: Thursday, 9/15: Native Trees to Tuesday, 9/27: Woody Invasives Management.
Consider. Cost: Free Cost: Free
Thursday, 10/13: Tulip. Cost: $20.00 Tuesday, 11/1: Garden Clean Up with Emphasis on
More Natural Approaches. Cost: Free
Thursday, 12/8: My Favorite Garden Tools - Various
Tools, Equipment, and Accessories. Cost: FreeNONPROFIT ORG
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Fayette County Extension Service
1140 Harry Sykes Way
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(859) 257-5582
2022
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