Posts With Keyword ‘Karen Ackley’

Local Groups Work Together to Find Solutions

Posted: Friday, December 16th, 2011 at 6:24 am

Cooperation between four area groups is helping to solve some flooding issues at the Bessie Spaur Butterfly Garden.

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Let’s Talk Knoxville – Marion County Master Gardeners

Posted: Thursday, August 18th, 2011 at 1:00 pm

On today’s Let’s Talk Knoxville, Aaron Gernes talks with Karen Ackley about the upcoming Marion County Master Gardener classes.

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Garden Tips for Heat Wave

Posted: Thursday, July 28th, 2011 at 6:22 am

The recent heat wave has also impacted lots of gardens and trees in the area.

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Iowa Master Gardner Program Continues

Posted: Saturday, June 18th, 2011 at 6:24 am

The Iowa Master Gardner program is continuing their summer class series titled “Garden Natives and Invasives” on Tuesday, June 28.

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Let’s Talk Knoxville – June 13, 2011 – Karen Ackley (June 13, 2011)

Posted: Monday, June 13th, 2011 at 1:00 pm

On Today’s Let’s Talk Knoxville, Aaron Gernes talks with Karen Ackley, with the Marion County Extension Office, about the upcoming Marion County Photo Contest.

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Extension Workshop Friday

Posted: Thursday, May 19th, 2011 at 6:23 am

The Iowa State University Extension Office in Marion County is holding a hands on workshop on how to design and plant your own moss baskets.

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Master Gardeners Host Composting Class and Sale Today

Posted: Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 at 6:26 am

The Marion County Extension Office and the Marion County Master Gardeners is offering resident an opportunity to reduce waste and improve the quality of their soil at a large discount this weekend.

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Extension Office to Offer Composting Machines and Tips

Posted: Saturday, March 12th, 2011 at 6:24 am

The Marion County Extension Office and the Marion County Master Gardeners is offering resident an opportunity to reduce waste and improve the quality of their soil at a large discount next month.

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Tips for Keeping Poinsettias Past the Holiday Season

Posted: Monday, December 27th, 2010 at 6:26 am

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Did you know that the beautiful poinsettias that decorate your home or office during the holidays can be recycled and rebloomed year after year?

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Local Master Gardener Offers Poinsettia Plant Tips

Posted: Friday, December 10th, 2010 at 6:24 am

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Poinsettia plants are often seen around the holidays, but what should we look for when picking one out?

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Extension Office Hosts “Putting Your Garden to Bed” Class Today

Posted: Saturday, October 23rd, 2010 at 6:28 am

The Marion County Extension Office will host their second of three fall gardening courses today.

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New People’s Garden at Marion County Extension Office

Posted: Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 at 6:24 am

The Marion County ISU Extension Office has broke ground for a People’s Garden.

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Master Gardner Offers Tips for Fall

Posted: Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 at 6:25 am

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Summer often means work in summer gardens, flower beds, and on the lawn; but with Labor Day behind us and fall approaching, there’s still lots to do to take care of the various plants you may grow.

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