Hopkins County Extension Horticulture

06/12/2026

Is it a bee, is it a yellowjacket, is it a hornet? No it's a cicada killer! 😂 But seriously, if you are interested in learning how to tell the difference between these insects, then call the extension office at 270-821-3650 to sign-up for the Stinging Insects 101 class! It is free and open to the public!

06/11/2026

Leaflets of three let them be! Call the extension office at 270-821-3650 to sign-up for our Lunch and Learn class on how to tell the difference between poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac! We will also discuss prevention, symptoms, and management of the itchy and irritating skin rash! The class is free and open to the public!

05/28/2026

We are now accepting children aged 9-12 for the Junior Master Naturalist Program! If you have a child who loves nature, then call the extension office at 270-821-3650 to sign them up!

New Summer Club Alert!

Sign ups are live for the Jr. Master Naturalist program!

We have limited spots so call in to reserve your spot!

05/27/2026

Tickets for the Garden Tour will be available for purchase at the extension office starting on June 1st. Tickets are $10, and the event is rain or shine. Hope you can join us!

05/26/2026

Check out our summer line-up of classes and call the office at 270-821-3650 to RSVP! The classes are free and open to the public!

05/07/2026

05/04/2026

Our final evening class of the spring will be on Snake Identification on Monday, May 18th at 5:30 pm. Call the office at 270-821-3650 to RSVP!

05/01/2026

Our next zoom class will focus on Hickories of Kentucky! Call the extension office to sign up at 270-821-3650!

04/30/2026

Don't forget to call the office at 270-821-3650 to sign up for our last Lunch and Learn for the spring!! Come learn about growing peppers!

04/22/2026