Hey there, insect enthusiasts! This week, we’ll be talking about spittlebugs and ladybugs (also sometimes called ladybird or lady beetles), two groups of insects that […]

This year our flower trials included 388 cultivars of annual flowers. Three times during the season (Jul. 7, Aug. 6, and Sept. 10) we make […]

On July 26 soldiers from the Wisconsin Army National Guard received training at the University Display Gardens. The instruction focused on growing techniques for grapes, […]

In the past two weeks we have noticed a large populations of many insects in the garden. Along with all the destructive pests, we have […]

The heat of the year is starting to drive some populations of insects. We are starting to see increased populations of japanese beetles and large […]

On May 3, 2012 garden staff assisted in the creation of a Lasagna Garden at the University Display Gardens. This demonstration garden will showcase a […]

As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers and after the dreary and rainy April, May has showered us with warmth and sunshine. Here […]

GREAT GARDEN IDEAS ON DISPLAY MAY 14 AT UW FAMILY HORTICULTURE DAY You might want to grab a notebook, camera and tote bag before you […]

Tuesday, September 7, 7:30-9:00pm – A Walk with the Wildlife at West Madison Research Station, David Drake, Extension Wildlife Specialist An evening garden walk focusing […]

A solar dryer is a low cost, simple mechanism that traps light energy and uses that energy to dry fruits, vegetables, and meat.   Solar dryers […]