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To keep Wisconsin gardens and communities growing

Welcome to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Extension Horticulture Program, 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.

The UW-Madison’s Extension Horticulture Program stands at the forefront of horticulture research and education by leveraging the extensive expertise of our dedicated faculty, researchers, and staff.

Native prairie grasses blowing in breeze
Helianthus occidentalis in native prairie habitat
Apples ripening on branch after rain

 

 

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