Peninsular Agricultural Research Station

Pre-arranged container gardens, native prairie wildflowers, a diverse assortment of pollinator friendly perennials and annual flowers. A culinary dream of herbs and vegetables. Wildlife friendly and ornamental shrubs. Master gardeners will be on hand for gardening questions, advice and to assist with your selections.

Join us for a fantastic selection of many free garden-related programs and activities for all ages and levels of experience. Free.

Three speakers will discuss growing shrub roses, grapes, and cacti in Northern Wisconsin. At the Garden Door. Free and open to the public.

Using the garden for demonstration purposes, three speakers will discuss ponds, homemade cement garden containers, and dealing with big rocks. At the Garden Door. Due to limited seating you are encouraged to bring your own chair. Free and open to the public.

Annie Deutsch discusses beneficial insects, Dick and Barb Allman discuss miniature conifer gardens, and Chriss Daubner discusses working with papercrete. Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

Join the Door County Master Gardeners for a fantastic selection of many free garden-related programs and activities for all ages and levels of experience. Free.

Tom Luebker guides visitors through the beautiful Entrance Garden at the Peninsular Research Station and shares his secrets for success. Kathy Green presents "The Herb Garden: Combining Edible, Culinary, Fragrant and Healing Herbs in One Garden." Jim Baxter demonstrates growing plants from seeds under lights at home. Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

Join the Door County Master Gardeners as they invite guest speakers to present on different topics and utilize the garden for demonstration purposes. Tonight Dr. John Bamberg discusses the U.S. Potato Gene Bank's Wild Potato Project, Wendy Woldt guides visitors through the Garden Door's Tunnel Garden, and Jo Ann Tarczewski leads tours of the Fairie Garden. Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

Matt Stasiak, Superintendent/Researcher of the UW Peninsular Agricultural Research Station, reviews the activities of the research station and the significant role it plays in Wisconsin and beyond, Wendy Woldt guides visitors through the Garden Door's Tunnel Garden, and Chriss Daubner discusses creating, planting, and maintaining container gardens. Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

"What Happens When A Gardener Becomes A Beekeeper," presented by Jim, a Master Gardener volunteer. Then Karen Kidd speaks on "Navigating A Garden Center: How to Make the Right Choice About the Right Plant to Get the Right Result." The final speaker is Tom Luebker who presents "Growing Strawberries." Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

Join the Door County Master Gardeners for a fantastic selection of many free garden-related programs and activities for all ages and levels of experience. For more information visit dcmga.org.

Barbara Henderson leads a formal tour of the grounds. Annie Deutsch speaks on building homes for pollinators in the garden. Jim Baxter discusses ornamental grasses. Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.

Pre-arranged container gardens, native prairie wildflowers, a diverse assortment of pollinator friendly perennials and annual flowers. A culinary dream of herbs and vegetables. Wildlife friendly and ornamental shrubs. Master gardeners will be on hand for gardening questions, advice and to assist with your selections.

Dr. Matt Akins, Extension Dairy Specialist, will discuss the establishment, production, and feeding of sorghum-sudan grass and alternative forage cocktail mixes to the dairy herd, while showcasing current alternative forage research plots. Free, light refreshments served. Registration is encouraged, not required.

Get the first pick of items available during the Master Gardener Plant Fair on June 4 – all items just $3! The night also features artisanal items from gardeners, a silent auction and music. Get tickets at doorcountytickets.com. $10/ticket.

Selling annuals, herbs and veggies – all for $3! With popular and unusual varieties, free education and gardening tips. Visit dcmga.org for details.

Explore what a Research Station is, what it does, talk about why Sustainable Agriculture is important and the basics of composting. Include hands-on activities and tours. Youth should be accompanied by an adult.

Discuss pollinators and the impact of insects on agriculture, look at a soil pit and talk about soil health and explore the layers of soil through a fun activity with cupcakes. Youth should be accompanied by an adult.

Jamie Patton, an outreach specialist in UW-Madison’s Nutrient and Pest Management Program, will teach participants about soil and provide a demonstration of a milpa garden. Rain date is August 3, 4pm. Bring a lawn chair.

Each class covers different topics to help you start growing apples. This week's topic is how to control pests, including insects, mammals, diseases and weeds. Register at 920.743.5406.

Learn how to grow apples. Registration required.

Learn the tools & techniques of pruning apple trees. $10/person (cash or check.)

Early access day, featuring a raffle & live music. Order tickets ($10/person) in advance at doorcountytickets.com. Shop for flowers, vegetables and herbs well-suited for Door County conditions.

Shop for flowers, vegetables and herbs well-suited for Door County conditions.

Learn about straw bale gardening. Rain date: June 6.

Tour the station & learn about fruit production. 1.5-mile walk on gravel roads.