Not all bugs in the garden are bad. Insects are needed for pollination and many are predatory on the “bad guys”.  Learn how to recognize some of the common pest insects as well as beneficial insects most commonly seen in home gardens.

2:00 – 3:00 pm Use of Chemical and Organic fertilizers 
Dawn Pettinelli, Extension Instructor, Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory, University of Connecticut

All plants require nutrients to grow and flourish. Nutrients can be supplied using natural organic or synthetic sources. During this session various types of fertilizer products will be discussed. Topics covered will include fertilizer labels, fertilizer use and application rates, and the benefits and disadvantages of both organic and synthetic fertilizers.   

3:00 – 4:00 pm Common Diseases in the Home Garden 
Joan Allen, Diagnostician, Home and Garden Education Center, University of Connecticut

Many garden center customers are looking for help in solving problems in their gardens.  This lecture will cover some of the most common diseases and cultural problems seen in Connecticut gardens and how to prevent and manage them.  Selection of control products will also be discussed.

4:00 – 5:00 Panel –Questions and Answers to your Most Common Questions
Joan Allen, Carol Quish and Dawn Pettinelli

Included in your registration fee of $20.00: 
Handouts & Light refreshments provided. 

Call or email with questions: phone: 860-626-6240, Email: leanne.pundt@uconn.edu

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PESTICIDE RECERTIFICATION CREDITS – 4 CREDITS!

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	Directions to Middlesex County Extension Center
	From the North: Take Route 9 South; pass Middletown, to Exit 10. Follow the ramp to the first light and turn right onto Route 154 (South). The office is 5.7 miles south on the left just past the post office. From the South: Take Route 9 North to Exit 7, Route 82 extension. Follow the route 82 extension to the 'T' (flashing light) and turn left onto Route 154 North. The office is 2.9 miles on the right. From the East: Take Route 82 West across the Haddam swing bridge. Take a right at the 'T' onto Route 154 North. The office is 2.5 miles on the right  An Equal Opportunity Employer and Program Provider

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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