4-H Horticulture Projects
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Resource Leaders
Les Warren- Superintendent
Scott Rowntree- Superintendent, Kan-Do 4-H Club
Jill Jacobs- Norway 4-H Club
Kay Rowntree- Kan-Do 4-H Club
Project Goals
This 4-H project gives youth knowledge in selecting, planting, growing and, harvesting plants for home food production and beautification.
Key Terms/Project Areas
Flowers and Plants- youth learn about growing plants and flowers as well as arranging them to be appealing to the eye.
Plant and Soil Science-projects include: Farm Crops, Vegetables, Herbs, Fruits, and Unique Horticulture
County Activities
Racine County Horticulture Website
Racine County Agriculture Website
Activities Happening throughout the State and Nation
Wisconsin 4-H Vegetable Project
Wisconsin 4-H Home Grounds Project
Wisconsin 4-H House Plants Project
Wisconsin 4-H Small Grains Project
Wisconsin 4-H Plant Crafts Project
Check out the National 4-H Curriculum and online pieces for more information on your project.
Activities for Youth and Volunteers
National Junior Horticulture Association
Iowa 4-H Tomato Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Carrot Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Beet Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Corn Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Onion Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Pea Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Potato Judging Tips Video
Iowa 4-H Zucchini Judging Tips Video
Other Websites
Careers in Horticulture
State Wide Blog
