September 2015
Taste of the Garden Door & Pesto Festo
We invite you to enjoy something for everyone’s taste. Participate in free activities, tastings, tours, and demonstrations.
Find out more »May 2016
Plant Sale
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.
Find out more »July 2016
The Garden Door Open House
Join us for a fantastic selection of many free garden-related programs and activities for all ages and levels of experience. Free.
Find out more »Birch Creek Jazz Ambassadors
Performing for the garden social at the Garden Door.
Find out more »Master Gardener’s Program
Three speakers will discuss growing shrub roses, grapes, and cacti in Northern Wisconsin. At the Garden Door. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »September 2016
Master Gardener’s Program
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.
Find out more »June 2017
Garden Door Presentation
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.
Find out more »July 2017
The Garden Door Open House
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.
Find out more »Garden Door Presentation
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.
Find out more »August 2017
Garden Door Presentation
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.
Find out more »September 2017
Garden Door Presentation
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.
Find out more »June 2018
Garden Door Presentation
"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.
Find out more »July 2018
Garden Door Presentation
“Edible Flowers,” presented by Carrie Sherrill. Then Karen Newbern speaks on “Native Plants in Your Garden.” The final speaker is Dan Waszak, who presents “Evolving Garden Design.” Bring your own chair, limited seating. Dress for the weather. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »The Garden Door Open House
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.
Find out more »August 2018
Garden Door Presentation
Viewing two films: "Composting" and "Integrated Pest Management: How It Works." Held in the classroom at the Peninsular Research Station. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »September 2018
Garden Door Presentation
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.
Find out more »March 2019
Door County Beekeepers Club Meeting
Kent Pegorsch, president of the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association, will talk about honey flavors and color from different nectar sources, with samples from around the world. The program concludes with a brief overview of the WHPA and the benefits of membership.
Find out more »May 2019
Plant Sale
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.
Find out more »August 2021
Field Day
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.
Find out more »June 2022
Early Bird Plant Fair
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.
Find out more »Master Gardener Plant Fair
Selling annuals, herbs and veggies – all for $3! With popular and unusual varieties, free education and gardening tips. Visit dcmga.org for details.
Find out more »Youth Field Day
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.
Find out more »July 2022
Youth Field Day
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.
Find out more »August 2022
Master Gardener Program
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.
Find out more »Backyard Apple School
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.
Find out more »Promoting Pollinators
Sample local snacks and learn how to promote pollinators on your land. Registration required by Aug. 23 at tinyurl.com/PARSpollinators. $10/person, payable by cash only at the event.
Find out more »September 2022
Backyard Apple School
Learn how to grow apples. Registration required.
Find out more »March 2023
Apple Pruning Workshop
Learn the tools & techniques of pruning apple trees. $10/person (cash or check.)
Find out more »June 2023
Door County Master Gardeners Plant Fair
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.
Find out more »Door County Master Gardeners Plant Fair
Shop for flowers, vegetables and herbs well-suited for Door County conditions.
Find out more »Door County Master Gardeners Lecture
Learn about straw bale gardening. Rain date: June 6.
Find out more »July 2023
Art/Speaks
Write in response to visual art. Program led by local poets.
Find out more »Guided PARS Tour
Tour the station & learn about fruit production. 1.5-mile walk on gravel roads.
Find out more »September 2023
Happy Pollinators and Healthy Soils
Land management and resources in Door County. $10/person.
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