Carole Knight

  • Tips on Composting

    discarded fruits and vegetables in compost bin

    Composting is a simple way to add nutrient-rich humus which fuels plant growth and restores vitality to depleted soil.  It’s also free, easy to make and good for the environment. Using compost improves soil structure, texture, and aeration and increases the soil’s water-holding capacity.  Compost loosens clay soils and helps sandy soils retain water. Adding…

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  • Timing is key to a beautiful lawn

    close up of green lawn

    The weather is warming and warm season perennial grasses are coming out of dormancy. Our lawns are greening up nicely and its time to start setting them up for a beautiful green summer. Knowing the right time to apply fertilizers, soil amendments, and pest control options is critical to the sustainability and health of your…

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  • Vegetable Garden Tips and Planting Chart

    hands hold tray of plants and placing them in a planter

    With temperatures warming up steadily, its time to start laying out and planting this years vegetable garden.  Here are a few tips to remember when planning and planting: Select a site that receives at least 8 to 10 hours of sunlight a day. Select a location that is conveniently located near the house and a…

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  • Follow us on Facebook

    Do you follow us on Facebook? We have an active Facebook page where we post updates and information. Be sure to live and follow our page so that you down miss out. https://www.facebook.com/UGAExtensionMadisonCounty/

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  • 20 youth standing in grassy field with 5 leaders.

    Nineteen youth participated in the annual Cloverleaf District Project Achievement, Saturday at the Rock Eagle 4-H center, with many winning a first, second or third-place and honorable mentions.  The Madison County delegation — part of the 456 competitors at the competition — won 5 blue ribbon medallions, four red ribbon medallions, three white ribbon medallions and…

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