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Volunteer hours deadline coming soon!
In order to be recertfiied as a Master Gardener Volunteer for next year, you must turn in your individual record sheet to your local recordkeeper by the deadline. The statewide deadline of October 1 will be here before you know it. In some counties these records are requested earlier, so if you are unsure of the deadline where you live, ask your county UW-extension office! Remember that you must have completed a minimum of 24 hours of volunteer service AND 10 hours of continuing education. If you are a little short in either category, you still have time to participate in some late summer projects or educational programs!
Garlic Chives, Allium tuberosum
You may have noticed the white blossoms of garlic chives as they begin to bloom in late summer or early fall. Although edible, this southeast Asian perennial is more frequently used as an ornamental in North America. Learn more about Allium tuberosum in this article...
Dividing Bearded Iris
With the heat, humidity and mosquitoes of August you many not feel like working in the garden at this time of year, but a little time spent dividing crowded clumps of bearded iris now will pay great dividends in the future. These plants do best when divided every few years, and the process is really quite simple. To get detailed instructions, read this article...
Refresh Your Vegetable Garden for a Fall Crop
In the dog days of summer the vegetable garden often takes a nose dive as heat, drought, disease and insects take their toll on plants. You may think about just letting it go, but this is actually a great time to replant for a great fall harvest. Read more about getting a second wind in the vegetable garden...
