‘THE SAGE’-Klein’s Online Newsletter—JANUARY 2022
Klein’s Floral & Greenhouses
608/244-5661 or info@kleinsfloral.com
THIS MONTH’S HIGHLIGHTS:
Houseplant Happy Hour: Fridays thru February 4
Our ‘Mad Gardener’ and ‘Houseplant Help‘ Are Ready for Your Questions
Now Available: Fresh Windowsill Herbs in 5”Pots
10 Elements for Beautiful Flower Arrangements
UW Extension’s Green Thumb Gardening Series Coming in January
Klein’s Favorite Seed, Bulb & Plant Sources
Homemade Bug Sprays for Houseplants
You Asked about Overwintering Lavender
Plant of the Month: English Primrose
Klein’s Favorite Ginger Recipes
Product Spotlight: 20% Savings on Special Order Fountains and Statuary from Henri Studio
Notes from Rick’s Garden Journal—From December 2021
—Creative Christmas Tree Recycling
—Select Seeds of Union, CT
—10 Great Tips for Buying Seeds
January in the Garden: A Planner
Gardening Events Around Town
Join Us on Twitter
Follow Us on Facebook
HOUSEPLANT HAPPY HOUR @ KLEIN’S
Please join us for Houseplant Happy Hour on Fridays, from January 7 thru February 4, 3:00-6:00 p.m. with 20% Off All Houseplants!
Please note that our potting table and potting service will not be available during this event.
Delivery is not available for plants purchased during Houseplant Happy Hour and must be taken at the time of purchase.
NOW AVAILABLE: FRESH WINDOWSILL HERBS IN 5” POTS
Choose from rosemary, bay laurel, 5 different kinds of lavender, 3 types of oregano, 4 types of sage, 4 types of thyme, 6 types of mint plus parsley, curry plant and sweet marjoram. Our herbs are grown quite cool so are, therefore, compact, bushy and pest-free.
THE MAD GARDENER
“Madison’s Firsthand Source for Expert Gardening Advice”
Ask any of your gardening questions by e-mailing them to us at madgardener@kleinsfloral.com. Klein’s in-house Mad Gardener will e-mail you with an answer as promptly as we can. We’ve also posted a link on our home page and in our contacts for your convenience. Your question might then appear in the “You Asked” feature of our monthly newsletter. If your question is the one selected for our monthly newsletter, you’ll receive a small gift from us at Klein’s.
Sorry, we can only answer those questions pertaining to gardening in Southern Wisconsin and we reserve the right to leave correspondence unanswered at our discretion. Please allow 2-3 days for a response.
KLEIN’S ‘HOUSEPLANT HELP’
You can contact Klein’s in-house indoor plant experts by emailing to Houseplant Help for sound information and advice regarding indoor tropicals, succulents, blooming plants and so much more.
For many years, customers’ indoor plant questions have been directed to Klein’s Mad Gardener (see below). Now you have the opportunity to contact our indoor plant experts directly. We’ve posted a link on our home page and in our contacts for your convenience. Your question might then appear in the “You Asked” feature of our monthly newsletter. If your question is the one selected for our monthly newsletter, you’ll receive a small gift from us at Klein’s.
We reserve the right to leave correspondence unanswered at our discretion. Please allow 2-3 days for a response.
JANUARY STORE HOURS:
Monday thru Friday : 8:00-6:00
Saturday: 9:00-5:00
Sunday: 10:00-4:00
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
January 1–New Year’s Day. The store is closed. HAPPY 2022!
January 7–Orthodox Christmas
January 8—Yoga in the Greenhouse, 10:00-11:00. Visit our website or Facebook page for details.
January 10–National Houseplant Appreciation Day
January 14–Orthodox New Year
Mid-January–Seeds begin arriving for retail sale. Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring planting. Klein’s carries an extensive seed selection from Seed Savers, Botanical Interests, Livingston, Olds and Hudson Valley Seeds.
January 17–Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 17–Full Moon
Throughout January–Have you ever thought about working at a garden center? Perhaps now’s the time to explore the possibility.
January is the perfect time to stop in and and pick up an application or fill it out online @ kleinsfloral.com/employment/. By early March we try to have most of our hiring in place for the upcoming spring.
We’re always in need of temporary, part-time counter help in the spring and greenhouse production swings into gear during March. If you’re interested, ask for Sue about retail positions or Jamie for the greenhouse. Benefits include flexible hours, a generous discount on all purchases and a stimulating and fun work environment. Join our team and experience first hand how we make the magic happen.
February 11-13—PBS Wisconsin’s Garden and Landscape Expo at the Alliant Energy Center. One, Two and Three Day Tickets are now available at Klein’s. Details available at www.wigardenexpo.com.
February 14–Valentine’s Day. Order early for guaranteed delivery. We deliver throughout Madison and most of Dane County
‘THE FLOWER SHOPPE’:
10 Elements for Beautiful Flower Arrangements
By Jamie McIntosh @ www.thespruce.com
It’s fun to pick up a bunch of mixed cut flowers at your local florist or grocery store and set them into a vase for some quick cheer at the table. However, with a little effort, you can turn a ten dollar bouquet into something a bit more artistic. Use the same design principles florists apply to their arrangements for professional looking results.
Balance
Balance in a floral arrangement doesn’t mean that every bouquet must be symmetrical.
The final arrangement may have a crescent or right triangle shape, and still be pleasing to the eye. Check the balance of your arrangement by examining it from the front, back, and top of the bouquet. If your design looks crooked to you from one of these angles, counterbalance the arrangement by adding or removing flowers or foliage.
Contrasting Colors
Combining bright and dark flowers is a common way to give a floral arrangement extra eye appeal. Green flowers can play an important role in contrast, as they pop out against both warm and cool hues. If you favor the darkest burgundy flowers, which can appear nearly black in some lighting, place them beside white, pink, pale green, or peach flowers so they don’t recede into the darkness.
Dominance
A focal bloom can contribute to the dominance in a bouquet, but dominance can also mean a dominant flower is used throughout the design, or a dominant texture like ruffled petals are featured in the design.
Whatever is important to you can dominate your floral arrangement, whether it’s wildflowers or your impressive mixed zinnia cutting garden.
Focal Point
Most mixed flower arrangements employ a focal point, usually, a stunning large or unusual bloom or blossom cluster that draws the eye. These flowers are often more expensive than the rest of the filler flowers in the arrangement.
A large peony, garden rose, or orchid will stand out from smaller flowers like alstroemeria or poms.
Proportion
Your flower arrangement should be in proportion with the space where you will display it, as well as with the container or vase that hold the blooms. A petite nosegay can brighten up the countertop in a powder room, but will go unnoticed in a large sitting room. Flower frogs may enable you to insert large blooms into small dishes, but unless you’re following ikebana principles, this pairing will not seem proportional.
Radiation
You may employ a material like floral foam to achieve the perfect radiation of stems from your container or vase. The way your stems radiate should appear natural; it isn’t necessary to have perfect spacing between each stem. If some stems are too short to contribute to pleasing radiation in your design, you can elongate them with the use of wooden floral picks.
Repetition
Just as repetition in the flower garden lends a unity to the design that enhances its appearance, so does repetition in the vase, albeit on a smaller scale.
You may have several bright yellow flowers scattered throughout the design, or the careful placement of several spiky flowers like gomphrena or sea holly.
Rhythm
A floral arrangement with good rhythm will make your eye wander across the entire design, rather than just causing you to glance and look away. Repetition can guide your eye across the design, but a varied bouquet can also provide a visual path for the eye to follow.
Transition
When a mix of flower shapes and sizes are part of your floral arrangement, a gradual transition between the types will make the final result appear natural. This is important when gathering flowers in various states of bloom, like peonies or roses. You should place the smallest buds at the top and center of the design, followed by partially opened blooms, while inserting the most full blossoms at the bottom or center of the arrangement.
Floral Variety
There is much to be said for a large bouquet of roses, but variety creates excitement in a floral arrangement. Even if you are smitten with one variety of flower, you can add variety to your piece with greenery or twigs.
YOU ASKED. . .
I have a patio lavender plant. It did great outside last summer. How do I winter it? Julee
Hi Julee,
Lavender can be a little tough to overwinter and usually (even when successful) doesn’t look very nice by the end of the process come April.
To overwinter, move it to a sunny spot in the house….the cooler the better…and treat it as a houseplant, keeping it on the dry side (but deep watering when you do water).
Alternatively, allow it to go semi-dormant in an attached garage along the house-side wall or in an underground garage or root cellar. The house-side wall of an attached garage won’t freeze as hard as the outside walls (if at all if your garage is well-insulated). Again, only water as needed (which will be minimal in this cool, dark environment). Move it to a bright and warm spot in March to start it growing. Prune out the dead wood once you know what stems have made it through the winter or not.
Thanks for your question,
DID YOU KNOW. . .
. . . that the ever-popular UW Extension Green Thumb Gardening Series begins again this January?
The Green Thumb Gardening class series (Winter Vegetable Series Online) will give you the practical knowledge to keep your home garden thriving! Dane County Extension educators and local horticulture experts will provide in depth and accessible information for everyone from the novice to the experienced gardener. Register for the complete class series at a discounted price ($90.00) or individual classes ($12.00) according to your interests.
The Winter Vegetable series is Mondays 6:00pm – 8:00pm, covering seed starting, cover crops and so much more!
January 10: Seed Starting
January 24: Intro to Vegetable Garden Crops and Specialized Gardening Techniques
January 31: Vegetable Garden Planning and Organic Techniques
February 7: Vegetable Diseases
February 21: Composting Techniques for the Vegetable Garden
February 28: Cover Crops
March 7: Weed Management in Vegetable Gardens
March 14: Vegetable Insects
March 21: Seed Saving and Harvesting/Storage
Please contact Lisa Johnson @ 608-224-3715 or johnson.lisa@countyofdane.com with questions or for more information.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT—Each month we spotlight some product that we already carry or one that we’ve taken note of and plan to carry in the near future. Likewise, if you would like to see Klein’s to carry a product that we don’t currently, please let us know. Our goal is to be responsive to the marketplace and to our loyal clientele. If a product fits into our profile, we will make every effort to get it into our store. In addition, we may be able to special order an item for you, whether plant or hard good, given enough time.
20% SAVINGS ON SPECIAL ORDER WATER FOUNTAINS FROM HENRI STUDIO
‘The Creativity Continues’
The soothing sounds of running water has become increasingly popular in Madison area gardens in the past few years and nothing could be easer to maintain or look more stunning than a self contained fountain from Henri Studio. Their elegant designs are craft in cement; making them virtually indestructible and resistant to anything Mother Nature can throw at them. All styles come with a pump and all accessories needed for immediate set up.
At Klein’s usually we carry many popular designs in stock during the gardening season. Many are lit with long-lasting LED lights for added nighttime effect. That said, Klein’s is able to order any fountain in the current Henri Studio catalog for pick up at the store or drop shipped to your home for an added fee.
Again for 2022: All Special Order Henri Studio fountains will be 20% off our retail price if ordered and purchased by January 7, 2022. Visit the Henri Studios website at www.henristudio.com for a look at their amazing catalog. Then call or email Kathryn @ 608-244-5661 or kathryn@kleinsfloral.com for information and pricing. All orders must be picked up (or arrangements made) immediately upon arrival @ Klein’s. Please note that orders placed after January 7 will be at regular price plus shipping fees.
About Henri Studio:
Over the past 50 years, Henri Studio has become synonymous with excellence in cast stone fountains, statuary and garden décor. Acclaimed worldwide, Henri sets the benchmark for innovative concepts and premium products in a category which it virtually created.
Season after season, our flow of original designs in fountains and garden décor has energized the Henri brand. From classic to contemporary, Henri creations are sculpted with an eye for detail and a time-tested sensibility.
The artisan’s touch shapes every Henri creation. Each piece is poured by hand in the tradition of meticulous Old World craftsmanship, complemented by our rich, trend-setting finishes. Our fountains are expertly engineered and all Henri products are skillfully made in America.
The result is an evolving legacy of beauty. Henri fountains and garden décor continue to enhance distinctive homes and landscapes around the world, adding elegance and enjoyment to your outdoor living experience.
Creativity and quality are our passion. And with Henri fountains and garden décor, beauty and elegance are yours to enjoy now, and for years to come.
NOTES FROM MY GARDEN JOURNAL–Tips and Observations from My Own Garden by Rick Halbach
ENTRY: DECEMBER 26, 2021 (Creative Christmas Tree Recycling)
With Christmas over, it’s time to think about disposing of the family Christmas tree. The city of Madison and many of the surrounding communities offer curbside pick up. In Madison, round one for pick up begins Wednesday, January 3, 2022 and the second and final round begins January 18.
To avoid damage to their equipment, the city asks that you follow these guidelines:
—Place trees at the street edge only.
—Remove and discard tree bags.
—Remove all tree stands, ornaments, lights and other metal objects.
—Trees that are not properly prepared will NOT be collected.
As an alternative to having your tannenbaum sent to the landfill, consider the following:
- Mulch With the Pine Needles. Pine needles dry quickly and decompose slowly, making them an excellent moisture- and mold-free mulch for ground-covering crops, such as strawberries, to rest on.
- Create a Bird Sanctuary. Place your tree in its stand outdoors. Fill bird feeders and hang them from the boughs, or drape the tree with a swag of pinecones coated with peanut butter.
- Insulate Perennials. Cut off boughs and lay them over perennial beds to protect them from snow and reduce frost heaving.
- Edge Your Borders. Cut the trunk into 2-inch discs and set them into the soil to edge flower beds or walkways.
- Shelter Fish. If you live near a lake or have a pond, and your tree’s chemical-free, toss branches into the water to provide sheltering habitat for overwintering fish. (Get permission from town officials if needed.)
- Set a Stage For Your Potted Plants. Saw the trunk into different lengths and use the pieces as flowerpot risers for a dramatic group display.
- Make Coasters and Trivets. Cut thin slabs off the trunk, sand them smooth, and apply a thin coat of polyurethane to keep the sap off tables and glassware.
- Chip It. Rent a chipper (get a few neighbors together to split the cost) and feed the tree through it. Next spring, spread the wood chips under shrubs; they’ll suppress weeds and, as they decompose, add nutrients to the soil.
- Feed Your Fire Pit. It’s fine to use a few of the quick-to-ignite branches to start an outdoor fire pit—but never in an indoor fireplace, where creosote build-up is a hazard.
- Stake Your Plants. Strip small branches and use the remaining twigs to support indoor potted plants or stake leggy seedlings.
Source: www.thisoldhouse.com
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ENTRY: DECEMBER 26, 2021 (Select Seeds of Union, CT)
The seed and plant catalog from Select Seeds arrived in the mail today. Select Seeds is one of my very favorite seed companies for selection and quality. Some of their hard-to-find antique offerings have been among my garden favorites for decades and I can’t imagine my garden without them.
About Select Seeds
Select Seeds offers gardeners an extensive and curated collection of high quality flower seeds and plants, specializing in heirloom flowers, fragrant flowers, open-pollinated annuals, bee-friendly flower seeds and plants, flowering vines, and rare annuals and perennials. Family owned and operated since 1987!
What is an Antique Flower?
Antique, or heirloom flowers, are open-pollinated seed varieties that originated fifty or more years ago. Open-pollinated flowers are fertilized by insects, hummingbirds or wind, and the resulting seeds will produce plants that are identical or very similar to the parent plant.
We love the simple pleasures of a handful of sweet and spicy nasturtiums in a vase, of honey-scented sweet peas gathered at their peak of dewy freshness, the joy of discovery as a new favorite flower unfolds before you, the feeling of community as we share our bounty; this promise of summer resides in a packet of seeds or a young plant ready to grow!
Our mission: Our mission calls for new respect for our common resources of seed, soil, water, wildlife and community,-by saving rare heirloom flowers, by producing organically certified flower seeds and naturally grown plants, by enhancing habitat for pollinators with open-pollinated and native flowers, and by committing to sharing our seed bounty with groups that teach the importance and joy of gardening.
Our people are gardeners just like you and are dedicated to providing great customer service and to helping you enhance your gardens with quality seeds and plants partnered with knowledgable assistance from our horticulturalists.
Visit our website @ www.selectseeds.com to see our online catalog or to order our free print catalog.
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ENTRY: DECEMBER 27, 2021 (10 Great Tips for Buying Seeds)
Christmas is now over and the seed catalogs are arriving my mailbox quickly now. I’m hoping to place my seed orders within the next week as supplies are expected to be tight again this year.
10 Tips for Buying Seeds Online and in Catalogs
By Joe Lamp’l @ www.growingagreenerworld.com
1. Ask gardeners you trust to find out what companies they like and have had success with. A good source is your county extension office. Ask to speak with a Master Gardener.
2. Call the company and see how you like their responses to your questions. Do they have knowledgeable staff on hand to answer your gardening and planting questions?
3. How long have they been in business? Just because they’re new, doesn’t make them bad. But the companies that have been around a long time must be doing something right.
4. Are you looking for something specific? Some companies specialize in only certain plants while others are more generalist. If you’re looking for only certified organic, or heirloom for example, those companies are out there. Be aware there are plenty of specialty companies.
5. Don’t over buy. This is a common mistake. It is easy to be sucked into the pretty pictures and before you know it, you’ve purchased way more than you’ll have time to plant or that you’ll have room to grow.
6. How much are shipping costs? Sometimes it can be more than the seeds. Companies can vary a great deal here. Know the whole cost, not just the price of the seeds or plants.
7. Make sure the seeds you are buying are fresh and packaged for that year. Deeply discounted seeds may be out of date. Although still viable in many cases, they do begin to decline in their rate of germination success as they get older and/or stored improperly. Remember, you get what you pay for.
8. Know approximately how many seeds are in a pack. Some packs have more seeds than you’ll need, while other will surprise you at the small amount provided. It pays to inquire to save the disappointment of finding out you didn’t get enough.
9. Know if what you are ordering will grow in your zone and conditions. It is so easy to assume you’ll get results like those in the picture. In reality, without just the right conditions, your results could vary greatly.
10. Don’t be afraid to try new things. You won’t blow your life’s savings on an order of seeds so if you’re feeling lucky, go for it. Experimenting is one of the best parts of gardening. Nothing ventured, nothing gained as they say.
KLEIN’S RECIPES OF THE MONTH—These are a selection of relatively simple recipes chosen by our staff. New recipes appear monthly. Enjoy!!
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a zesty spice native to southeastern Asia. The ginger root familiar to most people is the underground rhizome of the ginger plant. Its name is thought to come from the Sanskrit name singabera, meaning “horn-shaped,” probably a reference to the fact that ginger root sometimes resembles a horn.
This aromatic and pungent root has been around for millennia. It was mentioned in ancient Indian, Chinese and Middle Eastern writings, and was such a prized spice that ancient Romans imported it from China, despite its prohibitive cost. Today ginger is cultivated in Jamaica, Fiji, India, Australia and Indonesia.
One reason ginger has been so valued throughout history is its wide array of medicinal applications. Ginger has been celebrated for its ability to soothe gastrointestinal distress, reducing gas, cramping and especially nausea. It is so effective in treating nausea that double-blind studies have shown it to be better than over-the-counter medicines designed to alleviate motion sickness. It is a great choice for pregnant women as a safe, natural agent for even the most severe forms of nausea and vomiting.
Ginger can be made into a tea simply by steeping one or two half-inch slices of fresh root in a large cup of hot water for three-to-five minutes before drinking.
Ginger is a potent anti-inflammatory, containing gingerols – active phytonutrients that not only impart its distinctive flavor, but help lower the inflammatory response. Ginger has been shown in studies to be effective at alleviating pain and improving mobility in people with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Gingerols may also help to inhibit the growth of colorectal cancer cells and induce the death of ovarian cancer cells in humans. It may also help with recovery from colds and flus by promoting healthy sweating and detoxification, although more research is needed to establish these actions.
Ginger is often associated with Asian cooking, and commonly used in stir-fries, but its spicy, zesty taste is also delicious in beverages, baked goods, marinades and on fruit and vegetables. For culinary use, ginger can be used dried or fresh, though the fresh root has much more flavor and taste than dried ginger, and contains higher levels of gingerols. When purchasing fresh ginger, look for roots that are firm, smooth and free of mold.
Typically, supermarkets carry what is called mature ginger – it has a thicker skin that requires peeling. Asian markets generally offer young ginger as well, which does not need to be peeled. Either type is available year-round, and will last in the refrigerator unpeeled for up to three weeks. You can also freeze unpeeled ginger for up to six months.
To use mature ginger, simply cut off the skin with a paring knife and slice, mince or julienne the root by cutting it into long, thin strips. You can add ginger when cooking at the beginning for a milder taste, or at the end for a more pungent flavor.
Source: www.drweil.com
THAI GREEN PORK CURRY—The aromas that fill the house while preparing this recipe from the Wisconsin State Journal is amazing. This fun-to-make recipe has become a new family favorite.
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (use coconut oil for a dairy-free version)
1 tablespoon vegetable or peanut oil
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 red bell pepper, slivered
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce
2 cups small cauliflower florets
4 cups cubed pork loin
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup slivered fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
6 cups hot cooked white or jasmine rice to serve
Lime wedges to serve
In a large pot over medium high heat, melt the butter with the oil. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the curry paste and ginger and stir until you can smell the spices. Stir in the bell pepper, then add the broth and coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer (do not let the mixture boil or it might separate or curdle).
Add the fish sauce or soy sauce, and the cauliflower. Simmer for 5 minutes, until the cauliflower starts to become tender. Add the pork and the chickpeas and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 10 minutes, until the pork is cooked and the cauliflower is tender. Stir in the basil and lime juice and serve over the hot rice, with the lime wedges on the side to squeeze over. Serves 6.
ASIAN BOK CHOI—From the Wisconsin State Journal. Nothing could be easier!
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 pounds bok choy, trimmed, sliced into 1-inch pieces, and rinsed
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Sriracha or other hot chili sauce
Place the sesame seeds, if using, in a large stock pot or braiser (this will seem silly, but you will use the same pan to cook the bok choy). Heat the pan over medium heat, stirring frequently until you can smell the sesame seeds and they turn a bit more golden in color. This will only take 2 or 3 minutes; watch carefully that they don’t get too brown. Turn the seeds onto a small plate and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in the same pan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and the ginger and stir for 1 minute until you can smell the aromas. Add the bok choy (it’s OK if it’s still a bit damp) and stir for another 2 minutes, then pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce and hot sauce, and bring to a simmer. Cover the pan and cook the bok choy for about 8 minutes, until it is tender, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a serving bowl with its cooking liquid and serve hot, with the sesame seeds sprinkled on top if desired. Serves 6.
AMAZING CAIPIRINHA—Caipirinha is the national drink of Brazil. This fantastically flavored concoction appeared in Bon Apetit magazine.
the peel from 4 large limes (green part only; removed with vegetable peeler in 2-inch-long strips)
1 cup fresh lime juice
8 1/4-inch-thick slices peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup sugar
30 large fresh mint leaves plus 10 fresh mint sprigs for garnish
1 cup Brazilian rum (such as cachaça, available at Woodman’s i.e.)
3 cups ice cubes plus additional for serving
5 cups ginger beer or ginger ale
Combine lime peel, lime juice, ginger, sugar, and 30 mint leaves in mortar or medium bowl. Using pestle, muddler, or handle of wooden spoon, crush lime peel, ginger, and mint leaves together. Transfer mixture to large pitcher. Stir in rum. Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Add 3 cups ice cubes to lime mixture in pitcher and stir to blend. Stir in ginger beer. Fill 10 cocktail glasses with ice cubes. Strain or pour cocktail mixture into prepared glasses. Garnish each drink with mint sprig. Makes 10 drinks.
GINGER SALMON—Given this combination of flavorful ingredients, it’s hard to go wrong with this elegant salmon recipe.
1 TBS. plus 2 tsp. vegetable oil
4x 6 oz. salmon filets
2 TBS. packed brown sugar
3 TBS. soy sauce
2 TBS. dry white wine
2 TBS. lemon juice
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. grated ginger
1/2 tsp. Tobasco sauce
1/4 cup minced onion
Heat one TBS. oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the salmon, cover the pan, reduce to medium-high and cook 6 minutes, turning once halfway through. Remove the salmon from the pan and keep warm. Drain or wipe the oil from the pan.
Combine the sugar, soy sauce, wine, lemon juice, garlic, ginger and Tobasco in a bowl. Heat the remaining 2 tsp. oil in the same pan. Add the onion and sauté one minute. Stir in the sauce and cook 1 minute to thicken the glaze slightly. Return the salmon to the pan and cook 1 minute more, turning once. Serves 4.
GINGER PEANUT ZUCCHINI SOUP—A very favorite recipe from the fantastic Vegan Eats World.
1 1/2 lbs. zucchini or any summer squash cut into 1/2” cubes
1 TBS. peanut oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, diced
2 red chile peppers, minced
4 cloves minced garlic
1 TBS. grated ginger
1 tsp. ground coriander
4 cups vegetable broth
2 bay leaves
1x 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
2/3 cup peanut butter (either chunky or smooth is OK)
1 TBS. lime juice
1/2 tsp. salt
fresh pepper
chopped cilantro
cooked rice
In a colander and over a bowl or in the sink, sprinkle the zucchini with some salt. Set aside. In a soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the onion. Add the carrots and the chiles and continue sautéing a minute or two. Stir in the garlic, ginger and coriander and cook one minute more. Add the broth, bay leaves and tomatoes and bring to a simmer. In a bowl, mash together the peanut butter with one cup of the hot broth to thin. Add back to the pot. Add the zucchinis to the pot and increase to a “good simmer”. Turn back to low and simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes. Stir in the juice, salt and pepper. Off heat, stir in the cilantro. Ladle into large bowls over cooked rice. Serves 6-8.
NATURAL NEWS–
Homemade Bug Sprays for Houseplants
Houseplants are susceptible to many of the same pests that attack plants outside. Aphids, mealybugs, scale insects and mites are a few of these annoying bugs feeding off both outdoor and indoor plants. Before you reach for the commercial insecticide filled with harsh and toxic chemicals, try a homemade bug spray made with inexpensive items.
Red Pepper Spray
Red pepper powder spices up your meals and also keeps unwanted pests off your houseplants. Make a spray by mixing 2 tablespoons of red pepper powder, 6 drops of gentle dish soap and 1 gallon of water. Pour it into a clean spray bottle and spray in on houseplants once a week. When applying the red pepper spray, make sure the liquid thoroughly coats the tops and undersides of the leaves.
Herbal Spray
Heavily scented herbs — such as basil, lavender, mint, rosemary and sage — can help get rid of aphids, mites and other bugs attacking your houseplants. Make the herbal bug spray ahead of time by gathering the fragrant herbs, crushing them slightly and placing them inside a mesh sack. Leave herb-filled sack to brew in the sun in a covered bucket with 1/2 gallon water for four to six day days. Then, remove the herb-filled sack from the liquid. The herbal spray can be stored in a dark, cool location until you are ready to use it. Pour the herbal liquid into a clean spray bottle, add about 1/8 teaspoon of gentle dish soap, shake the bottle to mix and thoroughly coat the houseplants with the herbal bug spray.
Baby Shampoo Spray
Baby shampoo generally contains little to no unneeded fragrances or additives, and mixing 2 tablespoons of the gentle shampoo with 1 gallon of water will help control bugs on indoor plants. The mixture must cover the pests completely to provide proper control of the pests. Avoid using the baby shampoo spray on plants with a waxy coating or hairy leaves, and rinse the houseplant with water a few hours after you have applied to baby shampoo spray.
Cooking Oil Spray
The cooking oil sitting in your kitchen pantry will control spider mites, aphids, whiteflies, thrips, mealybugs and scale insects attacking your indoor plants. Mix 1 cup of cooking oil with 1 tablespoon of gentle dish soap produces a concentrated solution that you can store in a cool, dark area until you need it. If possible, use a new bottle of cooking oil just opened to create the concentrated solution. When ready to use, mix 4 teaspoons of the concentrated spray with 1 pint of water and liberally mist the plant. Multiple treatments with seven days between each application may be required to thoroughly control the bugs.
Considerations
Although homemade bug sprays are generally less toxic and safer to use than commercial pesticides, they can still harm the plant if not used properly. Before treating the houseplant with the homemade sprays, test the mixture on a small area of the foliage. If after two to three days there is no damage to the treated area, use the bug spray as needed. During the treatment, refrain from placing the houseplant in direct sunlight or in areas where the temperature is above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Direct sunlight and high temperatures mixed with insecticides of all types can lead to burned foliage, stems and flowers.
Source: homeguides.sfgate.com
JANUARY’S PLANT OF THE MONTH:
ENGLISH PRIMROSE
Few blooming plants bring spring to mind quicker than the English primrose. Fewer still are available in a broader range of color. Primrose are available in nearly every color of the rainbow except green. There are miniatures, others with frilly petals and foliage, and still others are bicolored. And some-especially the yellow ones–are super-fragrant, bringing the sweetness of freesia to mind.
English Primrose have been a late winter/early spring staple at Klein’s for many years. Peek inside the center of each plant and you’ll see a cluster of flower buds which open progressively for an exceptionally long bloom period. We receive our tiny primrose during October and grow them very cool, in the 40’s, until ready for sale. The cool temperatures stimulate bloom, promote strong roots and sturdy foliage and hinder the appearance of pests–most notably aphids.
In your home, cooler temperatures also lengthens the bloom period. The optimal spot for English primrose in the home is a cool, bright windowsill. The cool temps off the glass replicate our greenhouse conditions as close as possible. A west or east window is best. Needless to say, few homes have these perfect conditions so we suggest a simple trick to keep your primrose happy and healthy until you can plant it in the garden come spring. When not at home and before going to bed at night, pop your primrose into the refrigerator. Doing so can lengthen the bloom time by 8 weeks or more! All plants need light to survive, so place your primrose in its bright location when and where people can enjoy their cheery blooms.
English primrose are a Zone 5 perennial. Although they may be able to survive our winters, they tend to be fussy about placement in the garden. Ideally they prefer a protected location in dappled shade in rich and well-drained soil. In nature they grow in the understudy of deciduous trees in slightly acidic soil. Because they are borderline hardy in southern Wisconsin, they tend to die off during winters with little snow cover or frequent freeze and thaw cycles.
English primrose are available at Klein’s in 5” pots from now through April.
AROUND TOWN:
For neighborhood events or garden tours that you would like posted in our monthly newsletter, please contact Rick at (608) 244-5661 or rick@kleinsfloral.com. Please include all details, i.e. dates, locations, prices, brief description, etc. Events must be garden related and must take place in the Madison vicinity and we must receive your information by the first of the month in which the event takes place for it to appear in that month’s newsletter.
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Sunday, January 2, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Walk
Learn about the land; plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecological practices and concepts. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet outside the Visitor Center as the Center is closed.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Family Nature Walk @ the Arboretum
Sunday, January 9, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Walk
This walk is a fun and fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Adults must attend. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Full Moon Night Walk @ the Arboretum
Saturday, January 15, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Walk
Naturalists lead this walk under the Full Wolf Moon. This moon was named for wolves howling on cold winter nights. Learn a few tips for enjoying the night sights and sounds. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Sunday, January 16, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Walk
Learn about the land; plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecological practices and concepts. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet outside the Visitor Center as the Center is closed.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Rainforest Rhythms at Olbrich Gardens
January 21 and March 19, Performances at 11:00 and 1:30
The Rainforest Rhythms series celebrates cultures in rainforest regions around the world with authentic performances of music and dance. The series offers performances for all ages and includes free admission to Olbrich’s tropical Bolz Conservatory.
While exploring the Bolz Conservatory before or after the performance, pick up an I Spy activity sheet and search for unique plants in the Bolz Conservatory! Families will have fun learning about plants related to the culture highlighted during the day’s performance.
Tickets available at the door starting an hour before each performance.
Adults (13 & up) – $8, Child (12 & under) – $5, 5 & under – FREE
Admission includes entry to Olbrich’s tropical Bolz Conservatory
Doors open to the performance space approximately 30 minutes prior to each performance.
Olbrich Winter Concerts 2022 Schedule: (Performances are on Saturdays at 10:30 and 1:30)
January 21
Wisconsin Surma-The premier co-ed Bollywood Fusion dance team in Wisconsin, based at UW-Madison.
March 19
Afoutayi-Minnesota’s foremost Haitian arts and cultural organization.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.
Virtual Winter Presentation Series: Gardening through the Ages
Saturdays, January 22-February 26, 10:00-11:30
Brought to you by the Friends of Allen Centennial Gardens in partnership with Allen Centennial Garden
Sessions will showcase UW and Madison area expertise, weaving together the region’s stories of interactions between people and the land in the past, adaptations to present times and hopes for productive, sustainable gardens of the future.
Registration is required @ allencentennialgarden.wisc.
January 22:
Indigenous Foodways, Daniel Cornelius
Great Lakes Indigenous Law Center, UW-Madison
January 29:
Growing Hope: The Local and Global Youth Garden Movement
Nathan Larson, Planning and Landscape Architecture, UW-Madison
(Jointly sponsored by Madison Area Master Gardeners Association)
February 5:
Monitoring Wildlife in Your Garden for Citizen Science
Julia Whidden and Nancy Sheehan, UW Arboretum
February 12:
No session (Garden Expo)
February 19:
Crops to Conservancy: A Family Farm Legacy
Amy Jo Dusick, Schumacher Farm Park
February 26:
Soil Organic Matter and Healthy Soils
Thea Whitman, Soil Science, UW-Madison
Allen Centennial Gardens:
620 Babcock Dr. on the University of WI campus, Madison
608/576-2501 or allencentennialgarden.org for details.
Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
Sunday, January 23, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Walk
This gently paced stroll through the gardens is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Orchid Escape @ Olbrich Gardens
January 29-February 28, 10:00-4:00 daily
Escape to the tropics and take in bountiful, beautiful orchids displayed throughout the Bolz Conservatory! Orchid Escape features over 250 orchids artfully displayed.
Orchids have played a central role at the gardens since the opening of the Bolz Conservatory in 1991, and the permanent collections have grown significantly over the past few decades. To reflect this, the Conservatory team set out to create new programming that would highlight the beauty and variety of this unique plant family. The show will incorporate both new orchids special ordered from vendors as well as specimens from the permanent collections.
Regular Conservatory admission prices will apply during this time.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Sunday, January 30, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Walk
Learn about the land; plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecological practices and concepts. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet outside the Visitor Center as the Center is closed.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
33rd Annual Orchid Quest @ Olbrich Gardens
Saturday, February 5, 10:00-4:00
Sunday, February 6, 10:00-3:00
In the middle of winter, it is so delightful to be surrounded by the colorful and exotic fragrance of the world at a handy and comfortable location. 2022 will be the 33rd year for the Madison Orchid Growers Guild to host Orchid Quest.
The Olbrich Botanical Gardens is the host for our orchid show. There will be both an exhibit area to view, and a vendor area with thousands of fragrant orchids for sale. Also planned will be growing seminars, raffle, silent auction and plenty of advice for orchid growers (new and experienced)! Visit orchidgrowersguild.org for more details.
Admission and parking free.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.
Dane County Late Winter Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, January 8 thru April 9, 8:00-noon
The Garver Feed Mill behind Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3241 Garver Green (access off Fair Oaks Ave.)
The Late Winter Market runs each Saturday from January 8th until the beginning of the outdoor season. Get your market fix all year long. You will still find many of your favorite Dane County Farmers’ Market members, as well as a full array of fruits and vegetables, cheeses, hyper-local meats, honey, bakery items, and many specialty items.
For details visit www.dcfm.org
JANUARY IN THE GARDEN-–A checklist of things to do this month.
___Place your used Christmas tree in the garden for added wildlife protection.
___Inspect stored summer bulbs like dahlias, cannas and glads for rotting.
___Check for and treat for pests on plants brought in from the garden.
___Begin forcing stored elephant’s ears at the end of January.
___Keep birdfeeders full. Clean periodically with soap and water.
___Inventory last year’s leftover seeds before ordering new ones.
___Order your seeds. By ordering early, there are usually freebies & discounts.
___Start certain slow-growers like lisianthus, geraniums, pentas and bananas.
___Shop for summer bulbs like begonias, caladium, calla and elephant’s ears.
___Use the winter days to plan next summer’s garden.
___Check your garden for any plant damage from weather or rodents.
___Have trees trimmed–it’s often times cheaper and easier to schedule.
___Visit Klein’s—it’s green, it’s warm, it’s colorful—it’s always spring.
Some of our very favorite seed and plant sources include:
For seeds:
Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds @ www.rareseeds.com or 417/924-8887
Burpee @ www.burpee.com or 800/888-1447
Harris Seeds @ www.harrisseeds.com or 800/514-4441
Johnny’s Select Seeds @ www.johnnyseeds.com or 207/861-3901
Jung’s Seeds @ www.jungseed.com or 800/247-5864
Park’s Seeds @ www.parkseed.com or 800/845-3369
Pinetree @ www.superseeds.com or 207/926-3400
Seeds of Change @ www.seedsofchange.com or 888/762-7333
Seed Savers @ www.seedsavers.org or 563/382-5990
Select Seeds @ www.selectseeds.com or 800/684-0395
Territorial Seeds @ www.territorialseed.com or 888/657-3131
Thompson & Morgan @ www.thompson-morgan.com or 800/274-7333
For bulbs:
Brent & Becky’s Bulbs @ www.brentandbeckysbulbs.com or 877/661-2852
Colorblends @ www.colorblends.com or 888/847-8637
John Scheeper’s @ www.johnscheepers.com or 860/567-0838
McClure & Zimmerman @ www.mzbulb.com or 800/883-6998
For plants:
High Country Gardens @ www.highcountrygardens.com or 800/925-9387
Logee’s Greenhouses @ www.logees.com or 888/330-8038
Plant Delights Nursery @ www.plantdelights.com or 912/772-4794
Roots and Rhizomes @ www.rootsrhizomes.com or 800/374-5035
Wayside Gardens @ www.waysidegardens.com or 800/213-0379
White Flower Farm @ www.whiteflowerfarm.com or 800/503-9624
BEHIND THE SCENES AT KLEIN’S—This is a sneak peek of what is going on each month behind the scenes in our greenhouses. Many people are unaware that our facility operates year round or that we have 10 more greenhouses on the property in addition to the 6 open for retail. At any given moment we already have a jump on the upcoming season–be it poinsettias in July, geraniums in December or fall mums in May.
IN JANUARY:
—This is the quietest month at the greenhouse. All 10 greenhouses in our back range are usually shut down to save on energy and prep them for all the spring plants that start arriving in February.
—Thousands of geranium cuttings arrive for our 5” pots and we begin planting up our geranium hanging baskets and flower pouches.
—We begin stepping our tropicals into larger pots for spring sale. This early jump gives you larger and more vigorous plants than many of our competitors.
—We spend much of our time ordering product for next summer, from plants to pottery to garden ornaments and sundries.
—We begin to access our needs for spring staffing and try to have the new people in place and trained by March 1. March and April are the busiest months behind the scenes in the greenhouse and we rely on a dedicated, hardworking team to have everything ready for the customer come May 1 and the spring onslaught.
—Hundreds of herbs for windowsill culture are thriving in the sunny, warm greenhouses . We have chosen only the best assortment for indoor growing and winter harvest. Choose from rosemary, lavender, parsley, thyme and more.
PERMANENT FEATURES–
KLEIN’S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Have our monthly newsletter e-mailed to you automatically by signing up on the right side of our home page. We’ll offer monthly tips, greenhouse news and tidbits, specials and recipes. . .everything you need to know from your favorite Madison greenhouse. And tell your friends. It’s easy to do.
THE MAD GARDENER–“Madison’s Firsthand Source for Expert Gardening Advice”
Ask us your gardening questions by e-mailing us at madgardener@kleinsfloral.com. Klein’s in-house Mad Gardener will e-mail you with an answer as promptly as we can. The link is posted on our home page and in all newsletters.
We can only answer those questions pertaining to gardening in Southern Wisconsin and we reserve the right to leave correspondence unanswered at our discretion. Please allow 2-3 days for a response.
TO WRITE A REVIEW OF KLEIN’S, PLEASE LINK TO
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TWITTER
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SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
We offer a 10% Off Senior Citizen Discount every Tuesday to those 62 and above. This discount is not in addition to other discounts or sales. Please mention that you are a senior before we ring up your purchases. Does not apply to wire out orders or services, i.e. delivery, potting, etc.
RECYCLING POTS & TRAYS
Plastic flower pots and garden edging can now be recycled as part of the City of Madison’s rigid plastic program. Flowerpots and edging must be free of dirt and can be placed in your green recycling bin. For more information call 267-2626 or visit www.cityofmadison.com/streets/
DELIVERY INFO
Klein’s Floral and Greenhouses delivers daily, except Sundays, throughout all of Madison and much of Dane County including: Cottage Grove, DeForest, Fitchburg, Maple Bluff, Marshall, McFarland, Middleton, Monona, Oregon, Shorewood Hills, Sun Prairie, Verona, Waunakee and Windsor. We do not deliver to Cambridge, Columbus, Deerfield or Stoughton.
Current delivery rate on 1-4 items is $7.95 for Madison, Maple Bluff, Monona and Shorewood Hills; $8.95 for Cottage Grove, DeForest, Fitchburg, McFarland, Sun Prairie, Waunakee and Windsor; and $9.95 for Marshall, Middleton, Oregon and Verona. An additional $3.00 will be added for deliveries of 4-10 items and $5.00 added for deliveries of more than 10 items. For deliveries requiring more than one trip, a separate delivery charge will be added for each trip.
A minimum order of $25.00 is required for delivery.
We not only deliver our fabulous fresh flowers, but also houseplants, bedding plants and hardgoods. There may be an extra charge for very large or bulky items.
Delivery to the Madison hospitals is $5.95. Deliveries to the four Madison hospitals are made during the early afternoon. Items are delivered to the hospital’s volunteer rooms and not directly to the patients’ rooms per hospital rules.
There is no delivery charge for funerals in the city of Madison or Monona, although normal rates apply for morning funeral deliveries to Madison’s west side (west of Park St.). Our normal rates also apply for funeral deliveries in the surrounding communities at all times. Although we don’t deliver on Sundays, we will deliver funeral items on Sundays at the regular delivery rate.
Morning delivery is guaranteed to the following Madison zip codes, but only if requested: 53703, 53704, 53714, 53716, 53718 and Cottage Grove, DeForest, Maple Bluff, Marshall, McFarland, Monona, Sun Prairie, Waunakee and Windsor.
We begin our delivery day at 8:00 a.m. and end at approximately 3:00 p.m. We do not usually deliver after 4:00 unless specific exceptions are made with our drivers.
Except for holidays, the following west-side zip codes and communities are delivered only during the afternoon: 53705, 53706, 53711, 53713, 53717, 53719, 53726, Fitchburg, Middleton, Oregon, Shorewood Hills and Verona.
During holidays (Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, etc.) we are able to make morning deliveries to all of the above areas. We are not able to take closely timed deliveries on any holiday due to the sheer volume of such requests.
It’s best to give us a range of time and we’ll try our absolute hardest. Orders for same day delivery must be placed by 12:30 p.m. or by 2:30 p.m. for Madison zip codes 53704 and 53714.
DEPARTMENT HEADS: Please refer all questions, concerns or feedback in the following departments to their appropriate supervisor.
Phone: 608/244-5661 or 888/244-5661
Horticulturalist & General Manager–Jamie VandenWymelenberg jamie@kleinsfloral.com
Accounts, Billing and Purchasing—Kathryn Derauf kathryn@kleinsfloral.com
Delivery Supervisor & Newsletter Coordinator—Rick Halbach rick@kleinsfloral.com
Owner, Floral Designer & Purchasing—Sue Klein sue@kleinsfloral.com
RELATED RESOURCES AND WEB SITES
University of Wisconsin Extension
1 Fen Oak Ct. #138
Madison, WI 53718
608/224-3700
Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic
Dept. of Plant Pathology
1630 Linden Dr.
Madison, WI 53706
Insect Diagnostic Lab
240 Russell Labs
1630 Linden Dr.
Madison, WI 53706
U.W. Soil and Plant Analysis Lab
8452 Mineral Point Rd.
Verona, WI 53593
608/262-4364
American Horticultural Society
Garden Catalogs (an extensive list with links)
Invasive Species
Community Groundworks
3601 Memorial Dr., Ste. 4
Madison, WI 53704
608/240-0409
Madison Area Master Gardeners (MAMGA)
Wisconsin Master Gardeners Program
Department of Horticulture
1575 Linden Drive
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Madison, WI 53706
608/265-4504
The Wisconsin Gardener
Allen Centennial Gardens
620 Babcock Dr.
Madison, WI 53706
608/262-8406
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave.
Madison, WI 53704
608/246-4550
Rotary Gardens
1455 Palmer Dr.
Janesville, WI 53545
608/752-3885
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888
University of Wisconsin-West Madison
Agricultural Research Center
8502 Mineral Point Rd.
Verona, WI 53593
608/262-2257
PLANTS POISONOUS TO CHILDREN:
Children may find the bright colors and different textures of plants irresistible, but some plants can be poisonous if touched or eaten. If you’re in doubt about whether or not a plant is poisonous, don’t keep it in your home. The risk is not worth it. The following list is not comprehensive, so be sure to seek out safety information on the plants in your home to be safe.
•Bird of paradise
•Bull nettle
•Castor bean
•Chinaberry tree
•Crocus
•Daffodil
•Deadly nightshade
•Dieffenbachia (dumb cane)
•Foxglove
•Glory lily
•Hemlock
•Holly berry
•Indian tobacco
•Iris
•Jimsonweed
•Lantana
•Larkspur
•Lily of the valley
•Marijuana
•Mescal bean
•Mexicantes
•Mistletoe
•Morning glory
•Mountain laurel
•Night-blooming jasmine
•Nutmeg
•Oleander
•Philodendron
•Poison ivy
•Poison sumac
•Pokeweed
•Poppy
•Potato
•Privet
•Rhododendron
•Rhubarb
•Water hemlock
•Wisteria
PLANTS POISONOUS TO PETS:
Below is a list of some of the common plants which may produce a toxic reaction in animals. This list is intended only as a guide to plants which are generally identified as having the capability for producing a toxic reaction. Source: The National Humane Society website @ http://www.humanesociety.org/
•Aconite
•Apple
•Arrowgrasses
•Autumn Crocus
•Azaleas
•Baneberry
•Bird-of-Paradise
•Black locust
•Bloodroot
•Box
•Buckeye
•Buttercup
•Caladium
•Carolina jessamine
•Castor bean
•Chinaberry tree
•Chockcherries
•Christmas berry
•Christmas Rose
•Common privet
•Corn cockle
•Cowbane
•Cow cockle
•Cowsliprb
•Daffodil
•Daphne
•Day lily
•Delphinium (Larkspur)
•Dumbcane
•Dutchman’s breeches
•Easter lily
•Elderberry
•Elephant’s ear
•English Ivy
•European Bittersweet
•Field peppergrass
•Foxglove
•Holly
•Horsechestnut
•Horse nettle
•Hyacinth
•Iris
•Jack-in-the-pulpit
•Jerusalem Cherry
•Jimsonweed
•Lantana
•Larkspur
•Laurels
•Lily of the valley
•Lupines
•Mayapple
•Milk vetch
•Mistletoe
•Monkshood
•Morning glory
•Mustards
•Narcissus
•Nicotiana
•Nightshade
•Oaks
•Oleander
•Philodendrons
•Pokeweed
•Poinsettia
•Poison hemlock
•Potato
•Rhododendron
•Rhubarb
•Rosary pea
•Sago palm
•Skunk cabbage
•Smartweeds
•Snow-on-the-mountain
•Sorghum
•Star of Bethlehem
•Wild black cherry
•Wild radish
•Wisteria
•Yellow jessamine
•Yew