There are few plants more imbued with romance than the rose. It is certainly understandable why roses are among the world’s most beloved flower and have been a favorite of gardeners for centuries. [...]
One of the most common plant problems we see at our diagnostic center (see below) is Powdery Mildew. Powdery Mildew is a fungal disease that causes unsightly powdery white growth on the leaves [...]
Continuing our theme of deer-resistant plants, here we address woody landscape plants (trees and shrubs) that are resistant to deer browsing. Below you'll find our top list of deer resistant trees and shrubs. [...]
Dealing with our large population of deer in southeastern Wisconsin can be a challenge. While they are lovely to observe in the wild, they are infuriating to observe up close in our gardens [...]
While we love our shop bunny, Mr. Velvetini, we aren't always so fond of his wild cousins. Wild rabbits can wreak havoc on our gardens and cause gardeners no end of frustration and [...]
Growing fruit trees is not without challenges, but the reward of an abundant crop of healthy, mouthwatering fruit makes it worthwhile for many gardeners. There is something delightful – especially for children - about [...]
What is Viburnum Leaf Beetle? The Viburnum Leaf Beetle (Pyrrhalta viburni) first arrived in southeastern Wisconsin around 2015 and, unfortunately, has established itself as a major pest on susceptible species of Viburnum. This [...]
Horticultural Oils have been used in the home landscape and orchard pest control for decades, but their use has increased in recent years as environmental awareness grows. Years ago, horticultural oil was known as [...]
What is Magnolia Scale? The question that leads us to diagnose Magnolia Scale is, "What is this black sticky stuff all over my Magnolia?" While diagnosis is easy during this stage, treatment must wait [...]
Due to their ability to outcompete our native plants, invasive plants are overtaking many of our natural areas. This results in decreased biodiversity not only of plants but also of our native wildlife, birds, [...]
First Saturday Lime is Jessica’s favorite new product in the shop. It's a natural, safe, effective product that has so many functions, and it's especially useful for those that keep (and love) chickens, [...]
Japanese Beetles are an invasive insect that first arrived in the Midwestern United States in the 1990s and they are, unfortunately, likely here to stay. The larvae/grubs feed on plant roots and the adults [...]
