We have been on a wild ride this year with the winter weather: snow, ice, polar vortex, high winds, and more snow. How has this effected the landscape plants and invasive insects? There is good and not so good news.

Basil, Ocimum basilicum, is one of the most popular culinary herbs, often referred to as the “king of herbs.”

Phenology: the study of seasonal changes and timing. This centuries-old science is of great benefit to gardeners.

Houseplants are just the ticket for keeping the creative juices flowing after the outdoor growing season is over.

Does your garden chatter, rattle, slither, baa, roar, or moo? Then it must be a zoo garden. Although the plants do not make such noise, their names do imply a wealth of activity.

“Why do YOU like to garden?”.

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If you are a person of a certain age, are related to Peter Rabbit, or are in the younger generation and follow a health conscience regimen, you have likely had a cup of chamomile tea to soothe you at one time or another.

Myths abound concerning snakes, contributing to the generalized fear of these amazing creatures. Wisconsin is home to 22 different snake species, but not all are common and not all are found in the southeast portion of the state.

Although best used fresh, dill can also be dried or frozen for winter use. This herb is definitely the “real dill.” Try it, you will like it.

Currants, gooseberries, and elderberries are native to Wisconsin and can often be harvested in the wild. However, they are easy to grow in an urban landscape and provide not only highly nutritious fruit, but also are a beautiful landscape plant.