Scott Craven, Scott Hygnstrom, Philip Peterson Revised: 1/24/2001 Item number: G3083 Illustrates numerous methods for protecting crops and other property from deer. Offers designs for deer fences and other constructions, along with a list of repellents and scare devices (8 pages). Download Article
Laura Jull, UW-Extension Revised: 11/2/2011 Item number: MG&E website This website features small trees that can be planted underneath or near powerlines, in addition to larger shrubs that can be used for screening. The search data includes plants for sun, partial shade or shade, wet, moist or dry soil, plants with showy flowers, fruit or […]
Includes history, distribution, habitat, similar species, threats, identification and impact, of the shrub honeysuckles that are invasive in the Midwest. Photos and discussion of control strategies are also included.
Laura G. Jull Revised: 8/13/2012 Item number: A3825 If you’re thinking about planting lilacs, here’s some timely help! UW-Extension’s Lilacs for Cold Climates describes the best of the top-rated cold-weather cultivars. These are the gems that will survive when winter temperatures tumble below zero. Every page dazzles with bouquets of blooms. Lilacs for Cold Climates […]
Jane Cummings-Carlson and John Kyhl, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources; Gina Foreman and Brian Hudelson, UW-Madison Plant Pathology Revised: 8/13/2012 Item number: XHT1121 What are the benefits of wood mulch? Wood mulch is typically available as chipped wood, or shredded or chunked bark, and can contribute to tree health in many ways. When high quality, […]
Amy Gibbs* and Brian Hudelson, UW-Madison Plant Pathology Revised: 5/31/2005 Item number: XHT1105 What are bird’s nest fungi? Bird’s nest fungi are a group of organisms named for their resemblance to miniature bird’s nests. These fungi can be found all over the world, growing and reproducing on decomposing organic matter. In temperate regions, bird’s nest […]
The bright yellow, orange and red colors of autumn leaves are one of nature’s most beautiful spectacles. Although a familiar annual event, much of our understanding of autumn leaf coloration has, until recently, been based primarily on random observation and speculation.
Ann Joy and Brian Hudelson, UW-Madison Plant Pathology Revised: 8/13/2012 Item number: XHT1201 What is dead man’s fingers? Dead man’s fingers is the name of a mushroom-like fungal growth that can be found at the base of dead or dying trees and shrubs, as well as wood objects (e.g., wood barrels) that are in contact […]
Laura Jull, UW-Extension Revised: 8/13/2012 Item number: A3877 This publication focuses on recognizing and preventing plant damage caused by deicing salts, evaluates the pros and cons of alternatives to rock salt, and provides an extensive list of salt-tolerant plants. Download Article
When selecting plants for landscaping, consider choosing ones that offer showy fall foliage. This beautifully illustrated 38-page publication provides an extensive (though by no means comprehensive) list of commercially available woody plants that offer spectacular fall color.
If deer visit your property, you’ve likely already experienced the frustration of having landscape plants destroyed overnight. Before planting (or replanting), check out this list of trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs, and grasses that deer tend to avoid.
Brian Hudelson, UW-Madison Plant Pathology Revised: 5/11/2010 Item number: XHT1004 What is herbicide damage? Herbicide damage is any adverse, undesired effect on a plant that is caused by exposure of that plant to a pesticide designed for weed control (i.e., a herbicide). Any plant can be subject to this problem. What does herbicide damage […]
