AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPet Safety Alert: ASPCA Poison Control says dog plant exposures are climbing, and it flags high-risk garden favorites like sago palm, oleander, azalea/rhododendron, foxglove, castor bean, and wisteria—plus bulbs that can be more serious if swallowed. Warm-Season Veg Timing: Kansas State University advises delaying squash and pumpkins until mid-to-late June to help plants dodge the first squash bug wave, then still protect for the second generation in August. Invasive Pest Survey Call: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is asking farmers and home gardeners to complete a survey (open through June 30) to strengthen invasive fruit fly management across the islands. Community Garden Access Upgrade: Ontario’s Township of Tiny used a $31,076 grant to add 28 raised boxes, an accessible gazebo and picnic seating, plus age-friendly tools at Perkinsfield Park. Gardening Myths Check: A new roundup warns against “safe” vinegar weedkillers and other common hacks, urging mulch, careful weeding, and targeted methods instead. Local Events: Carson City Master Gardeners host a free June 10 talk on container gardening for small spaces, and Lennoxville’s Public Market kicks off May 30 with pollinator and garlic-themed days.
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