Leake County Extension Office

09/04/2026

09/01/2026

Here's your landscape checklist for September! Some tasks include...

Order daffodil and other spring bulbs for October planting.
Sow ryegrass seed for winter lawns.
Plant hardy annuals.
Apply pre-emergent herbicide for winter w**d prevention in your lawn.
Fertilize and water fall mums.
Watch for garden pests and diseases.
Pick flowers in bloom to create dry floral arrangements.

Learn more about each of these tasks + find further resources here: https://extension.msstate.edu/blogs/extension-for-real-life/september-landscape-checklist

09/01/2026

Vendor / Exhibitor applications are ready! Applications and fee are due by NOON on 9/23/26. If you have any questions, please call the office at (601)267-8036.

09/01/2026

REMINDER! Come join us at 6:00 p.m. TODAY for some light refreshments and a brief introduction of who the MS Community Volunteers of Leake County are and what they do for our communities. This organization makes an impact on local, state and national levels. Come support these ladies by hearing what they have to say. Anyone and everyone is invited to attend.

08/26/2026

The MS Community Volunteers of Leake County will be hosting a short informative meeting on Tuesday, September 1st at 6:00 p.m. Current members will be giving a brief, informative presentation on who they are, what they do, and how they help our communities on a local, state and national level. Light refreshments will be served. Please make plans to come join us! Anyone and everyone is invited to attend.