May
May 1
“Heirloom Tomatoes and Tomato Friendly Herbs: Putting Them Together in the Garden and on the Plate,” a lecture sponsored by the Herb Society of America, Wisconsin Unit, and the Ozaukee Master Gardeners. 4H Youth Building on the Ozaukee County Fairgrounds, Cedarburg. 7 p.m. $8. Herbal refreshments. Info: 262-377-3276 or www.ozaukeemastergardeners.org.
May 7
Nature’s Invaders. Learn about the most
prolific and damaging invasive plant species
in northeastern Wisconsin and how they affect local ecosystems. Taught by Josh Martinez, UWGB Natural Areas Land Steward. Green Bay Botanical Garden,
2600 Larsen Road, Green Bay. 6 to 7:30 p.m. $14. Pre-registration required. Info: 877-355-4224 or www.gbbg.org.
May 11
“Using Herbs in Container Plantings.” Jill Selinger from the Chicago Botanic Garden will show how to incorporate herbs into container plantings for beautiful but edible combinations. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Info: 262-248-8229 or
www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
May 25
“Create a Living Picture Frame.” Northwind’s landscape designer Sam Carlson will show how to plant a picture frame with succulents to create a unique “hanging garden.” Then plant one of your own. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 10:30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. Registration required. Check website for details and cost. Info: 262-248-8229 or
www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
May 25
5th Annual Herb Fair and Plant Sale of the Herb Society of America, Wisconsin Unit. Presentations by Melinda Myers, Barlotta’s Catering and Nino Ridgway. Artisans and local nurseries selling herb-related products. Homemade herbal baked goods. Kids’ activities. At Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry, parking and most events are free. Pre-register for the workshops at the website. Info: 414-761-0020 or www.herb-fair-hsa-
wi-unit.weebly.com.
May 31, June 1 and June 2
Annual Garden Fair. Over 100 vendors of garden plants, landscaping ideas, accessories, music and food. Green Bay Botanical Garden, 2600 Larsen Road, Green Bay. Friday 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Adults $7. Children 5 to 12, $2. Info: 877-355-4224 or www.gbbg.org.
June
June 1
“The Know Maintenance™ Garden Approach.” Roy Diblik will explain his approach that combines regionally dependable perennials that grow well together to reduce maintenance and expense. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free.
Info: 262-248-8229 or www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
June 8
“Perennials and Annuals for a Cutting Garden.” Northwind’s floral designer
Sharilyn Smage shows her favorite plants for
a cutting garden and demonstrates design
tips and techniques for working with florals. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free. Info: 262-248-8229 or www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
June 15
“Edible Backyard Landscapes.” Northwind’s landscape designer Sam Carlson shows how
to incorporate edibles with perennials to create beautiful and edible landscapes. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 10:30 to 11: 30 a.m. Free. Info: 262-248-8229
or www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
June 21 and 22
17th Annual Antique and Garden Sale. Find one-of-a-kind antiques and vintage
pieces. Food vendors. Special sales on
perennials. Northwind Perennial Farm,
7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. Free. Info: 262-248-8229 or
www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
June 29
“Build Your Own Fairy Garden House.” Make a fairy garden house using materials collected from nature. Class led by landscape designer and artist Linda Haas. Ages 10 and up. Northwind Perennial Farm, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington. 12 to 2 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. $35. All materials provided. Registration required. Info: 262-248-8229 or
www.northwindperennialfarm.com.
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