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Greetings gardeners,

Spring has sprung! Early blooms like crocuses and daffodils bring a welcome splash of color to Wisconsin gardens. April also brings Arbor Day, which celebrates the importance of trees in our landscapes and communities. Whether you’ve never planted a tree before or you’ve planted dozens, be sure to review these 5 steps in planting a tree. In this newsletter, we’ll also cover management strategies for snow mold in lawns, winter burn on evergreens, and emerald ash borer in ash trees. There’s a lot happening in Horticulture this month. Read on for timely tips to get your yard and garden off to a great start.

Pollinators rely on more than flowers for food. Catkins—clusters of tiny florets on certain trees—provide a crucial food source in early spring when little else is available.

Typhula blight, also known as gray or speckled snow mold, is a fungal disease that affects Wisconsin lawns. But do these unsightly patches mean your grass is dead? Not exactly. There’s a lot to learn about this turf disease. Read more…

Winter burn symptoms often become apparent as the snow melts and spring temperatures rise. It is a common problem of evergreens exposed to harsh winter conditions. Winter burn can be so severe that plants may die and/or require replacement, but there are also management strategies to reduce the effects. Read more…

As of July 2024, the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been confirmed in all Wisconsin counties. This article addresses some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the treatment of ash trees for EAB and the removal/disposal of infested trees. Read more…

A weekly column of horticulture education and activities for Wisconsin gardeners. Read the latest articles from this past month.

Ideas for Spring Flower Plantings
Morning Ag Clips | Featuring Margaret Murphey

Got problems in the garden? Meet two experts from Garden & Green Living Expo
 PBS Wisconsin | Featuring Lisa Johnson and Brian Hudelson

Will cicadas swarm Wisconsin again this year? What to expect with spring pests
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Featuring PJ Liesch

Speaker Series: Gardening with Climate Change in mind
WCLO 92.7 FM | Featuring Lisa Johnson

More Extension Horticulture in the news →

Forsythia shrubs are among the earliest blooms in spring, offering a remarkable display of bright yellow blossoms.

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