Events

Ed Lyon presented this programs--stressing reduced lawns and use of native.

Mark Dwyer presented--live streamed and Zoom.

In collaboration with Door County Master Gardener Association

Coggin Heeringa introduced the profound effect--usually negative--to plants caused by artificial night lighting.

Master Gardeners and Door County Climate Change held a "compost potluck".

at which participants sorted their scraps into appropriate bins.

Then Jeff Lutzke of Door County Climate Change Coalition spoke on composting kitchen scraps.

Charlotte Luke showed images of native plants.

Tour (and garlic mustard pull) at a lovely city park.

Wildlflower Hike at a park with spring ephemerals and stunning geologc features located on the 45thh

Using Badger Talks and Funds from Master Gardeners we were able to bring Brad Herrick to Door County, because worms have been found in City Compost.

Panel included Door County Invasive Species Team (DCIST) and the City Administator

Wild Ones member talked about plants to attract migrating monarchs plus a lovely program about monarchs,  then tagging activity.

Jason Miller of Silver Creek Restoration Services explained how to deal with a native landscape in which some native plants have "gone rogue" 

Join Wild Ones Honorary Director Heather Holm as she explores the nesting habitats, life cycles, pollen collection, brood rearing, and general characteristics of some of the most common native bees in eastern North America, while highlighting the pollination of native plants and the mutualism between native plants and native bees.

When creating and managing thriving habitats for native bees, many factors such as seasonal phenology, nesting strategies, and flower preferences must be considered—and with approximately 3,600 species in North America (north of Mexico), there are many unique aspects to keep in mind when managing successful landscapes for bees. 

Tour of the restorations efforts at Crossroads

Annual Meeting followed by a lecture about Leaving Leaves

Join us for an enlightening webinar featuring authors, Neil Diboll and Hilary Cox, as they present their latest book, "The Gardener’s Guide to Prairie Plants." This comprehensive compendium is a treasure trove of knowledge for gardeners looking to incorporate native prairie plants into their landscapes. Neil and Hilary will delve into the making and application of this essential guide, sharing rich historical and ecological insights about prairie ecosystems, all while showcasing stunning images of prairie flora.