Joanna Coles

University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Agent for Agriculture-Warren County

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Growing sweet potatoes in Kentucky is an excellent choice due to the warm weather. Varieties like Beauregard, Hernandez, O’Henry, Japanese/Murasaki, and Covington thrive there. Plant slips in wide rows, and harvest after 90 to 140 days. Curing sweet pota… https://t.co/P65QiNzQjg

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Check out this interview with our summer intern Colby Dye, where he talks about the recent heat wave and the response of crops. https://t.co/TzLDmkjwms

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The Sunshine Gardening podcast discusses the invasive spotted lanternfly with Dr. Jonathan Larson. They cover its characteristics, impact on plants, and management strategies. Topics include its life cycle, impact on ecosystems and agriculture, spread an… https://t.co/zYx1RmHM22

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By: Kim Leonberger, Plant Pathology Extension Associate, and Nicole Gauthier, Plant Pathology Extension Specialist Early blight and Septoria leaf spot are the most common diseases of tomato in Kentucky. Tomatoes produced in greenhouses and high tunnels m… https://t.co/WOtAYxJULk

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By Jonathan L. Larson, Entomology Extension Specialist Over the last 2 years, the Extension entomology group has received multiple inquiries about strange, ribbon-like worms with hammer or moon-shaped heads. These are creatively named “hammerhead worms,”… https://t.co/9ubomvEoal

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This Kentucky-inspired strawberry salad recipe combines spring lettuce with ripe strawberries, creating a refreshing dish. The ingredients include spinach, romaine lettuce, cabbage, strawberries, raisins, grapes, pecans, and red onion, with a yogurt-base… https://t.co/2wwn9D3rZX

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We are so proud of our Warren County Extension Master Gardeners Volunteers for assisting with the Fairy 🧚‍♂️ Garden 🪴 Tours hosted by the Bowling Green Garden Club KY yesterday! It was a great day to feature the Monarch Waystation 🦋 Gardens and the Polli… https://t.co/NKQuSMCLu5

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Enjoy the local strawberry season by creating a healthy Strawberry Banana Split at home. Use fresh strawberries, a small banana, low-fat vanilla yogurt, granola, and berries. Follow the simple preparation steps and serve with confidence. Substitute with … https://t.co/121FKNXFEZ

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In episode thirty-two of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand and Dr. Matthew Springer, a wildlife management expert, discuss strategies for controlling moles, voles, chipmunks, and the emerging issue of armadillos in lawns and gardens… https://t.co/4yO0cf7N2o

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In the 31st episode of The Sunshine Gardening Podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand and guest Annette Heisdorffer discuss strategies for attracting hummingbirds to Kentucky gardens. The episode covers hummingbird characteristics, plant selection, homemade nec… https://t.co/OkjQOQ4ISk

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The Kentucky Derby is coming soon, and Kentucky gardeners can start growing mint for summer dishes. Mint is easily grown in containers, offering various flavors like spearmint and pineapple mint. Harvesting and using mint at home is simple, and it can be… https://t.co/thb0mFpIVM

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Episode 30 of The Sunshine Gardening podcast introduces the focus of the discussion to be the SOW Garden app and its applicability to Kentucky gardeners. The show's introduction underscores the podcast's aim to inspire gardeners with helpful advice and p… https://t.co/3Nuq4foCHG

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Kentucky gardens are vibrant in spring with blooming trees and bulbs. Gardeners can engage in activities like vegetable planting, raised bed gardening, and pest control. Fruit trees should be left unsprayed during bloom for bee pollination. Earth Day act… https://t.co/7zGumKzGpb

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New option allows for on demand, timely testing FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 9, 2024) – The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is now offering an online option for its pesticide application licensure program, Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell has an… https://t.co/7fDGBGHEH6

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In episode 29 of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand and guest Dennis Morgeson discuss growing dahlias in Kentucky. They cover dahlia varieties suitable for the state's climate and soil, soil preparation and planting instructions, fer… https://t.co/UD2chwiyWy

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The Sunshine Gardening podcast's 28th episode features horticulture expert Ray Tackett discussing the cultivation of microgreens at home. Host Kristin Hildabrand introduces Ray and delves into the selection, cultivation, and harvesting of microgreens. Ra… https://t.co/STs9HJjeNL

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Several people have mentioned about their fences this week dues to storms on Tuesday. Here are details about upcoming Kentucky Fencing Schools that are coming later this month! Check out the details listed below ⬇️. https://t.co/eMcNtlzNhE

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Thanks to WBKO News for running this story. Don't panic if you have a bee 🐝 swarm on your property! Honey bee swarms are part of the natural process colonies go through when they outgrow their current living space.

Contact your local University of Ken… https://t.co/vwqq200408

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The Sunshine Gardening Podcast, hosted by Kristin Hildabrand, spotlights Kentucky's Horticulture Webinar Wednesday program. In a recent episode, agent Kelly Jackson discussed the program's essentials and its growth. The show notes provide details for con… https://t.co/lesQwQTzDq

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By Jane Marie Wix – National Weather Service Jackson, KY and Derrick Snyder - National Weather Service Paducah, KY During the afternoon hours of Monday, April 8th, a spectacular celestial event will pass through the country – a total solar eclipse of the… https://t.co/u5pfeZ4ZLK