Horticulture
Horticulture
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Extension Horticulture Program is a leading source of horticultural knowledge renowned for its commitment to delivering research-based information and guidance to the people of Wisconsin. We provide evidence-based horticulture management education, resources, and decision-making tools to home gardeners and commercial horticulture practitioners so Wisconsinites can keep their plants healthy while protecting the environment.
Tick Identification & Prevention
This information was created by tick researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to provide members of the public with evidence-based information and guidance on ticks and tick-borne diseases in Wisconsin.
Share your experience to help us develop better strategies to prevent tick bites and keep people healthier. Do you wonder why you are always finding ticks but your neighbors or friends never do? We want to know the answer to that question too!
Although effective therapies for Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases exist, primary prevention of infection remains the best approach. Learn about the ways you can lower your risk of tick bites and tick encounters!
Wisconsin Master Gardeners
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Master Gardener Program supports a network of individuals, known as Master Gardeners, dedicated to horticulture education, service, and lifelong learning. Through University research-based horticulture training, Master Gardeners are equipped to address needs and opportunities in their community and throughout the state.
Gardening & Horticulture Resources
Additional gardening and horticulture resources can be found at the Wisconsin Horticulture Program website or you can use the quick links below:
Ask Your Gardening Questions
We are here to assist0 you with your indoor and outdoor plant, yard and landscape questions.
Contact Julie, your Jefferson County Horticulture Outreach Specialist, directly with your gardening questions:
Email:julie.hill@wisc.edu
Office Phone: 262-741-4958
Text/Cell Phone: 262-374-4191
Or use the Ask Your Gardening Question online form: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/ask-a-gardening-question/
Presentations and Outreach
Julie, your Jefferson County Horticulture Outreach Specialist, is available to provide presentations on a variety of gardening related topics for groups and organizations. To schedule a presentation contact Julie at julie.hill@wisc.edu or 262-741-4958. View the presentations she currently has available by clicking the “Presentations” button below.
Upcoming Events
Gardening Small
May 4th – 6:00pm
Keeping in mind the basics of plant health, we will explore ways that you can maximize space for growing plants.
Location: Big Foot High School, 401 Devils Lane, Walworth, WI
Gardening for Hummingbirds
May 18th – 6:00pm
Find out more about the immense needs of hummingbirds, from territorial displays to rearing young and learn how your garden or yard can support them.
Location: Milton Public Library, 430 E High St # 100, Milton, WI
Growing Vegetables in Containers
June 1st – 10:00am
Learn about how to select and care for a variety of vegetables and keep them thriving all season long.
Location: Lake Mills Club 55 Meeting, 603 E. Lake Street, Lake Mills, WI
Planting for a Buzz
June 3rd – 1:00pm
We will talk about the pollinators that live in your landscape, why they are at risk, and gardening practices you can do to support pollinator habitats and health
Location: Barrett Memorial Library, 65 W Geneva St, Williams Bay, WI
From Scraps to Soil: Composting Basics
June 10th – 2:00pm
Find out the do’s, the don’ts, and what happens to compost over winter so you can successfully recycle your lawn, garden and food scraps.
Location: Lake Geneva Public Library, 918 W Main St, Lake Geneva, WI
Gardening with Nosey Neighbors (The Furry and Antlered Kind)
June 10th – 2:00pm
Keep the peace with your wild neighbors, and enjoy a space that grows in step with nature.
Location: Janesville Senior Center, 69 South Water Street, Janesville, WI
Call to register: 608-755-3050
Julie Hill
Horticulture Outreach Specialist
Serving Walworth, Rock and Jefferson Counties
Email: julie.hill@wisc.edu
Office Phone: 262-741-4958
Cell Phone: 262-374-4191