From the Ground Up - Cover crops (audio)

Franklin County Extension horticulture agent Adam Leonberger talks about the benefits of a cover crop.

Cover Crop

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By Jeff Franklin
Published on September 18, 2022

Lexington, Ky—

Something that is typically done after the growing season is to seed your garden with a cover crop. What is a cover crop? That is what we will discuss on From the Ground Up.with Franklin County Extension horticulture agent Adam Leonberger about the benefits of a cover crop and the different varieties to plant.

Extension Horticulture

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