Horticulture Extension Marathon County

UW Extension will be closed July 4-5, 2024 for the holiday. Due to vacations July 4 through July 15, please call ahead before visiting us. Thank you!

Not all tomatoes are created equal. Red Robin tomatoes are a dwarf tomato variety that can be grown in a six inch pot. Even if you have limited space (apartment dwellers!), you might be able to find a place to squeeze these mighty little tomatoes. Come join us and learn how to be successful with container gardening. Everyone goes home with a planted Red Robin tomato to grow over summer. Go to https://marathon.extension.wisc.edu/horticulture/programs/ for more information and registration.

In this episode of “Were U Wondering,” Brad Herrick, an ecologist and research program manager at the UW–Madison Arboretum, explains why earthworms dig out of the soil when it rains, and you see them littering the sidewalks.

Were U Wondering? The worms’ turn In this episode of 'Were U Wondering,' Brad Herrick, an ecologist and research program manager at the UW-Madison Arboretum, explains why earthworms dig out of the soil when it rains, and you see them littering the sidewalks.

Seed saving is a practice that humans have been doing throughout
their history. It is how farmers and gardeners maintain their favored
crops from year to year. It is an important part of preserving genetic biodiversity and choosing plants that are well adapted to people’s unique region of the world. Join our class to learn about the process of selecting, harvesting, storing and more in the fulfilling activity of saving seeds and other plant genetics for future growing seasons.
Call 715-346-3838 to register.

Dr. Hudelson from the Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic shares his thoughts on how warming trends may affect plant diseases. Check it out!

Check out Dr. Brian Hudelson's Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic monthly column! This month, Brian discusses plant disease in the context of our latest warmer weather trends. In this article, Brian dives into:
1) Southern Blight
2) Oak Wilt
3) Thousand Cankers Disease
See more at this link 👉 https://pddc.wisc.edu/2024/03/27/march-2024-warming-wisconsin-weather/

📸Young Oak leaf expanding in spring

“No Mow May” has become a catchy phrase in Wisconsin, encouraging homeowners to allow their lawns to grow during May. But does this practice actually support pollinators? Join us to learn about how an unmowed lawn impacts (or may impact) pollinators and how you can support pollinators all year long. We will share science-based resources to help you make informed decisions about lawn care and create a pollinator-friendly landscape. https://marathon.extension.wisc.edu/horticulture/programs/

Free online program tomorrow at noon. If you can't make it, the recording will be posted here a few days later: Free web program tomorrow! If you can't make it, no worries, it will be posted here a few days later: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/online-programs-archive/

Free Online Gardening Programs Free Online Programs for Wisconsin Gardeners Description | Schedule and Registration | FAQ | Online Program Archive Description Join Wisconsin Horticulture Extension for free online gardening programs — and watch from any device! Our topics are suitable for gardeners of any skill level. When you r...

Tired of storing, sterilizing, and handling plastic seed starting pack trays? Give soil blocking a try!

Great tips for those starting seeds!

It’s March, which means many gardeners are getting their hands dirty starting their annual vegetable seeds indoors. Before you begin the process, read these six easy tips to ensure your seedlings get off to a great start 🌱👉 https://go.wisc.edu/4uox36