Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1055 - Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1055.1) | 31 |
Number of participants in Extension horticulture programs at senior centers, detention centers, or rehabilitation centers |
| 1055.11) | 7 |
Number of people who developed employment skills from participating in gardening |
| 1055.12) | 52 |
Number of people who improved or maintained physical, emotional, or mental health from participating in gardening |
| 1055.15) | 275 |
Number of pounds of food provided to local non-profit organizations |
Author: James Morgeson
Major Program: Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy
Each year the Washington County Extension Horticulture Agent offers numerous programs for residents. These programs are offered because of surveys and requests from the community. Over the last year, participants learned about insect identification and control, soil health and composting, how to grow perennials, bulbs, house plants, living wreaths, annuals, vegetables, small fruits, citrus in Kentucky, and much more.There were over 450 participants in total. Statements by participants are as fol
