Fayette County Cooperative Extension Horticulture

Are you curious about how to create landscapes that support beneficial insects, including pollinators and natural pest predators? Check out our Gardener's Toolbox class this Thursday. Registration required: https://fayette.mgcafe.uky.edu/classregistration

Thinking about your fall garden? Now through mid-August, you can start planting seed potatos! For more information, contact Fayette County Extension Office.

Tree Week Lexington is back, and we're kicking things off with Community Meetings!

Whether you're organizing an event for the first time or you're a returning Tree Week participant, these meetings are a chance to connect with fellow organizers, ask questions, hear ideas from past participants, and learn what to expect this year. Each meeting offers a unique opportunity to explore the surrounding area, so we hope you'll join us for one—or all three!

Aug 5 | 10-11 a.m.
Davis Bottom Community Center at Davis Park
615 DeRoode Street

Aug 26 | 6-7 p.m.
The Arboretum, Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center
500 Alumni Dr.
Arboretum Tour at 7 p.m.

Come curious, bring your questions, and help us grow another incredible Tree Week together!

Great info on these pervasive pests tomorrow!

Japanese beetles making a meal of your garden? Join our webinar to learn how to identify these notorious pests, understand their life cycle, and discover effective management strategies to protect your plants. Get the knowledge you need to keep your garden growing strong!

Register for this webinar or all the July lessons: https://tinyurl.com/UKHWWJULY26

Why fit in, when you were born to stand out? Local flower farms offer a huge diversity of flowers, both in varieties and colors. Mix up your typical flower arrangement by including some diverse, locally grown blooms!

A significant portion of flowers sold in the U.S. are imported from other countries, often traveling thousands of miles to get to you. By supporting local flower farms, you are reducing the environmental impact that it takes for your flowers to get to your vase.

When your flowers are grown down the street, they take a lot less time to get to you. They also stay fresher for longer, giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of your locally grown blooms. Celebrate with us!

All Extension offices statewide are closed.

We will reopen on July 6th, 2026.

Join us this Thursday at 6PM for a class on sedum! Must register in advance at this link: https://fayette.mgcafe.uky.edu/classregistration

The summer is flying by, and believe it or not, it's time to start thinking about fall vegetables! Join us for free classes at the Marksbury and Northside libraries. Register on the library website in advance: https://events.lexpublib.org/events?term=fall&r=range&start=2026-07-06&end=2026-07-07

Marksbury: July 6th 5:30-6:30
Northside: July 7th 4:00-5:00