About Horticulture in Hamilton County

Joe Boggs
Extension Educator, Commercial Horticulture
513-946-8993
boggs.47@osu.edu		 Dave Dyke
Extension Educator, Commercial Horticulture
513-505-1202
dyke.15@osu.edu

Julie Crook
Program Coordinator, Horticulture

513-946-8998
crook.46@osu.edu

The Horticulture program in Hamilton County falls into three main areas:

Professional Horticulture Consumer Horticulture

Master Gardener Volunteer Program
 ~provides links and useful information for businesses in the green industry - greenhouses, landscapers, garden centers, turf care professionals, and nurseries.  ~addresses homeowner  landscape and gardening questions and concerns.  ~provides intensive training in horticulture to interested Hamilton Co. residents who then volunteer their time assisting with educational programs and activities for Hamilton Co. residents.
   

All About the Horticulture Program in Hamilton County

Hamilton County is the third largest in the state, covering an area of 414 sq. miles. Approximately 25% of the county is classified as “tree covered.” The County is home to a vibrant community of professional horticulturists and home gardeners.
Our OSU Extension, Hamilton County Horticulture Program proudly serves both of these groups.

    

Do You Have Gardening Questions? Call the HELPLINE Today!  Master Gardeners are available to answer your gardening questions throughout the year. Call 513-221-TREE (8733) or email helpline@civicgardencenter.org

Horticulture fact sheets online

Gardening Resources - Search OSU Extension Gardening Fact Sheets & Other Links

 

Landscape Storm Water Management

    
 

2009 Cincinnati Flower Show

Old Rural Conservation Concepts for the New Urban Landscape

Winner of the Hamilton County Storm Water District Award

Presented...

Flower Show"In recognition of the best incorporation of conservation practices"

Special Thanks to

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Cincinnati Flower Growers Association

Hamilton County Master Gardener Volunteers

Delhi Flower & Garden Centers

Tim Young, Landscaper Designer, Delhi Flower & Garden Center

 Other Exhibit Contributors:

               Adopt a Plant, H J Benken Florist & Greenhouse, Delhi Flower & Garden Centers, Greenfield Plant Farm, Motz Turf Farms and Natorp's
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