What's happening in Horticulture? June 2026 |
Greetings gardeners,
Summer is here, and Wisconsin gardens are buzzing with activity. June is National Pollinator Month, a time to celebrate the bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators that support healthy gardens and ecosystems. Whether you're looking to plant flowers to support beneficial insects, improve habitat, or learn more about Wisconsin's native pollinators, our online collection of pollinator resources can help. Read on for upcoming events, seasonal gardening advice, and the latest horticulture news from Extension.
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Bees and butterflies get a lot of attention, but other pollinators, like wasps, moths, flies, and beetles, play an important role sustaining Wisconsin’s biodiversity. These tiny hover flies are prized natural enemies of insect pests like aphids!Â
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Hummingbirds are a large group of tiny birds with iridescent feathers, who feed on a nectar from a wide variety of plants. There is only one hummingbird species that regularly nests in Wisconsin—the ruby-throated hummingbird, Archilochus colubris. Read more…
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Container gardening—that is, growing plants in pots or raised beds—is an increasingly popular way to grow vegetables, particularly when gardening space is limited. You can grow just about any vegetable in containers, but these tips and tricks will set you up for success. Read more…
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| In our rapidly changing climate, a calendar date is not a reliable method to choose when to plant your vegetable garden. A better method to determine when to put seeds in the ground is to test soil temperatures. Read more…
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Want to be a Master Gardener in Wisconsin?
Here’s how to get started. |
If you love digging in the dirt, growing plants, volunteering in your community, and sharing knowledge with others, then the Wisconsin Extension Master Gardener Program may be right for you. The process to join starts in fall. Learn what it takes to become a Master Gardener.
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A weekly column of horticulture education and activities for Wisconsin gardeners. Read the latest articles from this past month.
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Peonies (Paeonia spp.) are a perennial garden favorite, celebrated for their large, fragrant blooms and exceptional longevity.
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