Having problems with plants? Check your soil pH first
Are your plants struggling? Before you do anything else, check your soil pH. Soil pH is the measure of the acidity (sourness) or alkalinity (sweetness)
Vertical Gardening for Beginners
Don’t let the idea of vertical gardening intimidate you. Vertical gardening can be as simple as hanging planters on your porch to more complex projects
Lighten Up the Night: Creating the Evening Garden
In the light of day, the garden shines with bright colors and rich greens that sparkle in the sun. However, the blackness of night gives
2021 Gardening in Shelby County Calendar
The holidays are approaching and many of us are thinking about the perfect gift for our friends and family who enjoy gardening. Good news! The
Containers with Pizazz
Containers are easy to plant, easy to move around, and easy to maintain. Get started!
The Perfect Lawn
The definition of the “Perfect Lawn” is as individual as you. For some, the perfect lawn resembles an area rug in the yard, or no
Get your 2021 Calendar
More Than Just A Calendar! This Is Your Go To Gardening Resource
Inside You Will Find:
- Contact information for Shelby County horticultural resources
- Special content; How to grow tomatoes, Why hydrangeas don’t bloom, Tips to reduce garden maintenance
- Kitchen Garden Planting & Harvesting Guide
- Monthly Gardening Task List
- Daily Tracking of Each Month’s Public
- Gardening Events
- New format allows you to schedule personal appointments
- Exclusive online content including; Demystifying Hydrangeas, Guide to 12 months of garden blooms and more!
Ask A Master Gardener
For the best, regionally specific advice you can get about gardening, speak to a Master Gardener. You may call the Horticulture Hotline or visit one of our ‘Ask A Master Gardener’ clinics held throughout the year at festivals, markets, and workshops.