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Farmers’ Market – August 2024 (From the Facebook of: MyPlate) August is a great time for seasonal produce. This month, some of our favorite fruits and veggies are in season – including cucumbers, cantaloupes, apricots, chili peppers, and carrots. What’s in season in your neighborhood?Use #ShopSimpleWithMyPlate to help save and send this to a friend who never […]
From the Facebook of: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources It’s baby season again! Did you know many wildlife species have multiple litters or clutches per year? It is common for wildlife such as cottontail rabbits, eastern gray squirrels and many songbird species to give birth or lay a clutch of eggs in the spring and […]
Early Bird registration is officially open! Take the next step to become a more successful gardener and learn not only practical gardening skills, but also the science behind why they work.Early Bird registration rates are valid from now until August 12. Regular registration runs August 13-29, 2024.Don’t miss out on Early Bird rates — sign […]
From the Facebook of Wisconsin Horticulture – Extension: As a result of one of the wettest Junes in a decade, earwigs have caused major frustration in Wisconsin gardens this summer Earwigs feed primarily at night. During the day they hide in dark, moist places such as mulch piles, compost piles or wet garden beds. Serious […]
The bright yellow, orange and red colors of autumn leaves are one of nature’s most beautiful spectacles. While many factors can affect the quality and duration of autumn leaf colors, the single most important factor influencing this phenomenon is the weather during the time that leaves are changing color. Cool, sunny weather will result in […]
In this video, learn how to approach your garden and yard cleanup with a better understanding of strategies you can use to benefit your yard, keeping in mind plant diseases, insects, winter interest and wildlife food. When preparing a garden for fall and winter, focus on plant diseases, insect pests, proper plant disposal, leaf management, […]
