Purdue Extension Hamilton County

Purdue Extension Hamilton County We transform lives and livelihoods through research-based education Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University.

The mission of the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service is education of Indiana citizens through the application of land-grant university research and knowledge base to develop youth and strengthen agriculture, families and communities. If you are in need of an interpreter or translator, have special dietary needs, or need other accommodations to attend a Purdue Extension Hamilton County program, please reach out to us at 317-776-0854.

05/27/2026

HHS Extension Impact Report

Our office will be closed for Memorial Day on May 25, 2026. We hope you enjoy your holiday and take time to remember tho...
05/24/2026

Our office will be closed for Memorial Day on May 25, 2026. We hope you enjoy your holiday and take time to remember those who have served our country.

05/21/2026

Ever spotted a plant in your yard or along the road and immediately thought, “Uh oh… is that poison hemlock?” You’re definitely not alone.

Native angelica and invasive poison hemlock can look surprisingly similar, but there are a few key differences that make identification much easier. Poison hemlock has purple blotches along the stems and fern-like leaves, while native angelica has solid maroon stems and much larger compound leaves.

Important: BOTH plants are toxic, so avoid touching or ingesting either one and keep pets and children away.

Learning these look-alikes helps protect our native plants while stopping invasive species before they spread. Want to learn more about invasive species in southern Indiana? Visit sicim.info

05/19/2026

Help us welcome our Summer Assistant, Sophia! We are so excited to have her on our team this summer and can’t wait for all the great things she’ll bring to Hamilton County 4-H!

05/19/2026

The “Chelsea Chop” is a simple late-spring pruning technique that helps many native perennials grow shorter, sturdier, and bushier — with fewer floppy stems and longer-lasting blooms later in the season.

By cutting back plants by about 1/3 to 1/2 around late May through June, gardeners can:
• reduce flopping
• encourage branching
• stagger bloom times
• create a tidier, fuller look

Learn more: mtcubacenter.org/chelsea-chop/

05/15/2026

Have you ever wondered what’s in season throughout Indiana in May?
We've made it easy by highlighting everything that's in season and available through local producers. Want to see the full list? Check out the seasonality guide on our website! 🍓

05/14/2026

I'm so excited! The Hamilton County Master Gardeners Plant sale is in TWO DAYS! Pro Tip: Bring a wagon if you have one! No worries if you don't though - we have a holding table to use during your shopping adventures! 😉😉

05/14/2026

How you store produce can make a major difference in how long it lasts. Factors like moisture, temperature and airflow affect how quickly food spoils.

The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers hosted their Annual May Tea with over 80 participants!
05/12/2026

The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers hosted their Annual May Tea with over 80 participants!

05/11/2026

Spotted lanternflies are spreading in Indiana and showing up in more places each year. Robert Bruner, Purdue Extension exotic forest pest specialist, covers how to identify and manage them in “Management of Spotted Lanternfly,” available free from the Purdue Extension Education Store: https://edustore.purdue.edu/e-281-w.html

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Noblesville, IN
46060

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