From seeds to the supper table, the 2016 West Virginia University Extension Service Garden Calendar, available statewide Dec. 11, provides research-based growing and harvesting advice for novice and seasoned gardeners alike.

The free calendar is available at county offices of the WVU Extension Service while supplies last.

Featuring a “Farm-to-Table” concept, the calendar includes educational articles, pest management tips and a vegetable variety guide specific to that month of the growing season.

“You don’t have to have a green thumb to appreciate knowing where your food comes from or how to grow it,” Steve Bonanno, WVU Extension Service dean said. “This calendar provides West Virginians with the foundation and confidence needed to start a simple window-box herb garden or tackle their next big home horticulture project.”

New to the 2016 calendar are healthy recipes that correspond with the monthly featured fruit or vegetable. The recipes are provided by WVU Extension Service’s Family Nutrition Program specialists and focus on simple, accessible produce.

By featuring in-season vegetables and fruits, Bonanno said the specialists are encouraging those who don’t grow their own food to purchase locally grown produce for use in the recipes.

“Whatever your horticulture or culinary goals are for 2016, our agents and specialists are excited to be a resource for you and a part of your journey, big or small,” he said.

To access additional resources for the calendar, visit anr.ext.wvu.edu/garden_calendar.

To obtain a copy of the calendar while supplies last, contact your local office of the WVU Extension Service. The phone numbers for each office are located online at www.ext.wvu.edu/county_offices.

To learn more about gardening and healthy lifestyles, contact your local WVU Extension Service office or visit WVU Extension Service online at www.ext.wvu.edu.

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CONTACT: Cassie Thomas, WVU Extension Service
304.293.4221, Cassie.Thomas@mail.wvu.edu

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