Applications for Commonwealth Garden Initiative being taken

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy is looking for schools, parks and others to take part in a gardening program.

The office and first lady Jane Beshear on Thursday announced the second round of the Commonwealth Garden Initiative.

Those selected will receive seeds, transplants and one year of gardening consultation.

The Governor’s Garden Initiative is designed to encourage schools and other community organizations to cultivate and maintain their own gardens to educate people about the benefits of gardening.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 15. For more information, visit http://www.governorsgarden.ky.gov .

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