Foundations in Horticulture teaches you researched based methods to grow your plants and manage pests.  We introduce a decision making framework used by organic gardeners that focuses on understanding how plant best grow, why pests and problems happen, and how to do our best to keep plant problems from happening.  We emphasize using your brain, common sense, and elbow grease rather than the spray bottle on the plants you grow inside and out.  You really can have healthy plants and a healthy planet at the same time.

For those who are interested in an in-depth UW-Madison, Division of Extension horticulture course the new Foundations in Horticulture course go to UW-Madison, Division of Extension for detailed information on this announcement.

How to Join the Master Gardener Program

#1. Learn

Learn about plants and how to take care of them. Participate in a learning opportunity from the Wisconsin Extension Horticulture Program such as a county-based in-person course (limited availability) or sign up for our statewide online Foundations in Horticulture.

#2. Accomplish

Our Onboarding course will explain the scope of your role as a Master Gardener. Additionally, you will complete the entrance exam, which requires a score of 70% or better. Our onboarding course is only available January 1 through March 15, annually.

#3. Do

As a Master Gardener you apply your knowledge and skills to the people and the communities you live through answering garden questions, educating others, and gardening. Volunteer service and continuing education are required to be completed and reported each year.

#4. Make a Difference

Your involvement will lead to an increase in knowledge and skill in yourself and those your reach. You will use your knowledge of plants to improve lives of others and the community you live in. This, ultimately, will lead to a bigger change in the world around us.

Virtual Gardening Conference Flyer

Growing Garden Seminar

https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/calendar

Master Gardener Volunteer Week

Mission Statement
The goal of this organization shall be to encourage, foster, support and promote Horticulture for all Master Gardener Volunteers and residents of Barron County and to promote UW-Extension from which we are founded.

Annual Dues:  $20.00 due in October

Payable to:  Barron County Master Gardeners (BCMG)

Send to :  Millie Seabold, 2173 24th Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54868

President – Gene Nelson

Vice President –

Secretary – Jennine Kettner

Treasurer – Millie Seabold

Directors:  Cindy Giguere, Tammy Schutz, Gene Nelson, Carol Kettner

Other Contacts:

Historian – Carolyn Swanberg

Record Keeper – Laura Cutsforth

Newsletter – Carol Kettner

Sunshine – Jill Keefer

Publicity – Hali Dessecker

WIGMA State Board Rep:  Hali Dessecker

https://pddc.wisc.edu/fact-sheet-listing-all/

Plants Not Favored by Deer A3727

Growing Perennials NCR556

Japanese Beetles A3737-E

Mums for Fall Beauty A1646

Mulches for Home Gardening A3383

Peony Disorders A2563

Container Gardens Publication A3382

Apple Cultivars for WI A2105

Growing Apples in WI Growing Currents, Gooseberries, and Elderberries in WI A1960

Growing Grapes in WI A1656

Growing Pears in WI A2072

Growing Raspberries in WI A1610

Growing Strawberries in WI A1597

Growing Apples in WI A3565

Home Fruit Cultivars for WI A2488

Growing Grass in Shade A3700

Lawn and Garden Pesticides GWQ011

Lawn and Yard Pesticides GWQ011

Lawn Establishment and Renovation A3434

Lawn Fertilization A2303

Lawn Maintenance A3435

Lawn Maintenance Lawn Watering GWQ012

Lawn Weed Control GWQ013

Rethinking Lawn Care GWQ009

Shoreline Plants and Landscaping GWQ014