‘THE SAGE’-Klein’s Online Newsletter—JUNE 2023
Klein’s Floral & Greenhouses
3758 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI 53704
608/244-5661 or info@kleinsfloral.com
THIS MONTH’S HIGHLIGHTS:
Our ‘Mad Gardener‘ and ‘Houseplant Help‘ Are Ready for Your Questions
We Reuse Your Teal-colored 5″ Klein’s Pots
FAQs—Wedding Flowers
Best Plant Options for Rain Gardens
No “Magic Bullet” To Control Asian Jumping Worms
Klein’s Favorite Seed, Bulb & Plant Sources
You Asked about Growing Lavender in Madison
Plant of the Month: Milkweed (Asclepias)
Klein’s Favorite Recipes Using Dill
Product Spotlight: Beneficial Insects and Nematodes from Organic Control, Inc.
Notes from Rick’s Garden Journal—From May 2023
—Giving in to Pesky Chipmunks
—Container Garden Maintenance 101
—A Colorful & Easy Answer for Dry Shade
June in the Garden: A Planner
Gardening Events Around Town
Join Us on Twitter
Follow Us on Facebook
“Gardening is a celebration of chaos, where landscaping is meant to produce an end product—a picture that works in a very scripted way during a very scripted season.” (Jenks Farmer)
SEEKING POSSIBLE VENDORS FOR KLEIN’S LADIES’NIGHT
As in the past, Klein’s will be holding our annual Ladies’ Night on Thursday, July 13. Looking ahead to Ladies’ Night, we’re looking for local women-owned businesses who are interested in being a vendor at this popular event. If interested (or would like to suggest a business to reach out to), please contact Sue at sue@kleinsfloral.com or 608-244-5661.
HAVE YOU MOVED RECENTLY?
If so, we ask that as we go into the busy spring season, you update your new address in association with Klein’s Rewards Program so you continue to receive all possible benefits.
In addition to occasional coupons, we’ve been mailing out birthday month postcards with an added gift during the past year or so and find that many are being returned with an invalid address. We don’t want you to miss out!
If your address has recently changed, please send your new information to info@kleinsfloral.com and please include your name and your old address as reference.
FOR NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS OR GARDEN TOURS that you would like posted on our web site or in our monthly newsletters, 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 area.
WE STERILIZE AND REUSE YOUR TEAL-COLORED 5″ KLEIN’S POTS
Due to costs, we are unable to reuse most plastic pots and trays and never those from other retailers. But we are happy to take back and reuse the teal-colored 5″ Klein’s pots and their accompanying trays. Simply bring in your cleaned out pots and trays and drop them off with the associates at the checkout counters or in the bin along the building. We ask that you recycle or dispose of all other pots, containers and trays in compliance with your municipality’s guidelines. We do not reuse the plant identification tags.
Madison is currently NOT accepting rigid plastics (flower pots and trays) for recycling due to import restrictions enacted by China for scrap material. At present, there is no end market to accept the type of plastic scrap the mixed rigid plastic program produces. Until further notice, rigid plastics are to be placed in the refuse bins for disposal.
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 houseplanthelp@kleinsfloral.com 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. 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.
JUNE STORE HOURS:
Through June 18:
Monday thru Friday : 9:00-7:00
Saturday: 9:00-6:00
Sunday: 9:00-5:00
After Father’s Day, June 18:
Monday thru Friday : 9:00-6:00
Saturday: 9:00-5:00
Sunday: 10:00-4:00
Open Tuesday, July 4: 10:00-4:00
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Later in June, visit Klein’s and check out our specials on annuals, vegetables, hanging baskets and containers. Specials and selection change weekly so check our home page @ www.kleinsfloral.com or our social media sites (Click on the links at the top of our homepage). We pride ourselves in having the best cared for plants in even the hottest weather and throughout the month we’ll continue to offer a full selection of annuals and perennials.
June 14–Full Moon
June 14–Flag Day
June 18–Father’s Day
June 19–Juneteenth
June 21–First Day of Summer
‘THE FLOWER SHOPPE’:
It’s Wedding Season!! The following tips come to us from the Society of American Florists @ safnow.org/aboutflowers/
FAQs—Wedding Flowers
-How far in advance should I contact the florist when ordering wedding flowers?
Flowers are one of the most important aspects of your wedding day. They set the mood and tone for the event and will be remembered for years to come. Many florists can accept only a set number of weddings on a given day, so it is important to contact your florist well in advance to begin planning. A good rule of thumb is to contact your florist at least three months in advance.
However, if your wedding is going to be an exceptionally elaborate event, take place during peak wedding season or fall on a holiday, then six months to a year is not too soon to contact your florist. This will allow the florist to begin looking for any props or specialty items you might need. Wedding flowers can be highly specific and colors often have to be very precise, so florists need advance notice to place flower orders.
-What should I bring to the flower shop when I have my wedding consultation?
The more information you can provide the better your florist will be prepared to offer creative suggestions. Your florist will want to create a spectacular and memorable event for you. Anything you can bring will be beneficial. Pictures that depict what you have in mind are extremely helpful. Bring a photo of your dress and a sample of the fabric or lace if you have it, as well as swatches and photos of the bridesmaids’ dresses. Also think about what “style” of wedding you want. If you are not sure, your florist can offer suggestions based on your wedding plans so far.
-Is it OK to visit several florists to get estimates?
Sure, but tell the florists that you are gathering estimates rather than making an appointment for a consultation. Be prepared with a detailed list of your floral needs. The florists will be able to give a rough estimate without a lengthy meeting. If you are gathering ideas and then comparisons, it is best to inform the florist of your intentions.
Floral designers are trained and highly skilled floral artists. Their ideas have value. You may be asked to pay a consultation fee if you want to discuss a florist’s actual ideas for your wedding. In most cases, the fee will be applied to the flowers once the order is placed.
Will a florist work within my budget?
Besides suggesting specific types of flowers that will work within your budget, a professional florist can offer helpful suggestions as to what flowers might be used at both the ceremony and reception.
A few examples: bridesmaids’ bouquets can become table decorations; the bride’s bouquet can become the head table arrangement; the pew markers can become festive bows on cars or doors; altar designs can flank the buffet or cake table, etc.
Florists are overflowing with creative ways to make use of your budget and flowers wisely.
To set up an appointment at Klein’s for your wedding consultation, contact Sarah or Sue at 608-244-5661 or @ floral@kleinsfloral.com.
YOU ASKED. . .
Thanks, as always, for your helpful newsletters. I’m writing about lavender. For decades I have grown lavender in my gardens. Two years ago, I moved to Madison, planted a garden, and, of course, planted lavender. It did well during the summer, but the following spring, all of the plants were dead—none came back. Last summer, I got new plants, planted them in a different location, they did well and, as a precaution, I covered them with leaves as a mulch to protect against the snow and cold. This spring, they’re all dead again. I am flummoxed! Any advice? Does lavender not grow in Madison? What am I missing? Thanks, Mary
Hi Mary,
From experience you’ve learned that, no, lavender most often doesn’t do very well in Madison. Nearly all of Madison has a layer of clay just under the surface which holds too much moisture close to the surface. Water is often retained through the winter…a killer for lavender. For greatest success, lavender needs sandy, very well-drained soil (why they can grow it so well near Baraboo/Wisconsin River Basin/Driftless Area and in Door County). In Madison, greatest success is as a foundation planting near the house where backfill from when the house was built oftentimes replicate these well-drained infertile locations. Another option is to keep your lavenders potted, sink the pots into the garden and then lift the pots and overwinter indoors.
Thanks for your question,
DID YOU KNOW. . .
. . . that there is no “magic bullet” to control invasive Asian jumping worms? (…at least not yet…)
Jumping worms, known also as Asian jumping worms, crazy worms, Alabama jumpers and snake worms, are invasive earthworms first found in Wisconsin in 2013. Native to eastern Asia, they present challenges to homeowners, gardeners and forest managers.
History
Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) first arrived in North America sometime in the late 19th century, probably in imported plants and other horticultural and agricultural materials. Since then, jumping worms have become widespread across much of the northeast, southeast and midwestern U.S. In 2013, jumping worms were confirmed for the first time in the upper Midwest, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum.
Jumping worms aren’t the first invasive earthworms in Wisconsin.
Surprisingly, all earthworms in Wisconsin are non-native. There have been no native earthworms in Wisconsin since the last glacier moved through the state thousands of years ago, scouring the landscape down to the bedrock. The familiar earthworms, red worms and night crawlers we see in our gardens and on our fishing hooks originated in Europe, brought here by settlers. Although all earthworms can harm landscapes and forests, jumping worms may pose a bigger threat than European worms.
Why jumping worms are a problem
Jumping worms grow more rapidly, reproduce more quickly and consume more nutrients than other earthworms in the state. Once jumping worms become established, they quickly transform soil into dry, granular pellets with a texture like discarded coffee grounds. This altered soil structure is often unaccommodating to ornamental and garden plants, and inhospitable to many native plant species. In many cases, invasive plants thrive where jumping worms live.
Identification and biology—
Where to look for jumping worms
—Jumping worms do not burrow far into soil – they live on the soil surface in debris and leaf litter.
—Look for them in your yard, garden, forest, in mulch, compost, potted plants and other suitable places.
What jumping worms look like
—Smooth, glossy dark gray/brown color
—Clitellum*, the lighter colored band, is cloudy-white to gray; completely encircles the body. Its surface is flush with rest of body
—Bodies are firm and not coated in “slime”
—Snake-like movement
—They tend to occur in large numbers; Where there’s one, there are always more
The real problem: cocoons
Unlike most other kinds of earthworms, jumping worms are parthenogenic – they self-fertilize and do not need mates to reproduce. Each new generation begins with the production of hardened egg capsules, known as cocoons, that overwinter in the soil to hatch the following spring. Jumping worm cocoons are resistant to cold and drought and are as tiny as mustard seeds. Since they greatly resemble small bits of dirt, they are hard to see and so are often unknowingly moved in soil, mulch, potted plants, etc.
Effects—
What jumping worms do to the soil
Jumping worms feed ravenously on organic matter in soil, leaf litter and mulch and excrete grainy-looking, hard little pellets that alter the texture and composition of soil.
Besides consuming nutrients that plants, animals, fungi and bacteria need to survive, the resulting soil, which resembles large coffee grounds, provides poor structure and support for many understory plants. Invasive species will move in when native plants die.
Management
There is no “magic bullet” to control jumping worms, at least not yet. Management mainly consists of taking precautions to not move them onto your property. If they are already there, you will need to adapt and adjust until there are better control options available.
Prevention
Prevention is by far the best approach to jumping worms. Even if jumping worms are on part of your property, take care not to introduce them to uninfested areas.
The following simple steps will reduce the spread of jumping worms:
—Educate yourself and others to recognize jumping worms
—Watch for jumping worms and signs of their presence
—Arrive clean, leave clean. Clean soil and debris from vehicles, equipment and personal gear before moving to and from a work or recreational area – they might contain jumping worms or their cocoons
—Use, sell, plant, purchase or trade only landscape and gardening materials and plants that appear to be free of jumping worms
—Sell, purchase or trade only compost and mulch that was heated to appropriate temperatures and duration following protocols that reduce pathogens.
What to do if jumping worms are already on your property
—Don’t panic. By taking precautions, you can continue enjoying your yard, trees and garden. Just because you have jumping worms in one part of your property doesn’t mean that they are everywhere. Take precautions to avoid spreading them.
—Remove and destroy jumping worms when you see them. Simply seal them in a bag and throw it in the trash – they will not survive long. Reducing the adult population will eventually reduce the number of egg-carrying cocoons in the landscape.
—Experiment. If necessary, try a variety of plants or consider alternative landscaping in heavily infested parts of your property. Keep a log and share your successes with fellow gardeners.
—Keep your chin up. Research is moving forward to find ways to control jumping worms. Until a solution is found, learn to live with these unwelcome pests.
Source: dnr.wi.gov
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.
Beneficial Insects and Nematodes from Organic Control, Inc.
“We’re dedicated to helping you control garden pests using nature’s own army of beneficial organisms. Today your garden and every garden can be a Victory Garden!”
From the Organic Control website @ organiccontrol.com
We believe it’s time to think differently…pro-actively protecting our plants in advance, instead of reacting to pests with a toxic spray. It’s time to improve the way we ALL manage whatever piece of the earth we have been given and it’s time to heal our planet. We can no longer say that we’re sustainably-minded because we’ve past the point of sustainability. It’s time for us to regenerate the soil and the land that supports us. At Organic Control we are regenerative minded and environmentally conscious in all we do.
Now available at Klein’s:
LADYBUGS (Hippodamia convergens)
Use: Ladybugs prefer to eat aphids and will devour up to 50 a day, but they will also attack scale, mealy bugs, boil worms, leafhopper, and corn ear worm. They dine only on insects and do not harm vegetation in any way.
Release: Ladybugs should always be released after sundown since they only fly in the daytime. During the night, they will search the area for food and stay as long as there is food for them to eat. The more they eat the more eggs they lay and the more insect eating larvae you will have. It is best if the area has been recently watered. Ladybugs tend to crawl up and toward light. So release them in small groups at the base of plants and shrubs that have aphids or other insects, and in the lower part of trees.
Recommendations: Ladybugs may be kept in the refrigerator after they are received (35-50 degrees F.) and released as needed. Ladybugs may be stored 2 to 3 months.
Life Cycle: Ladybugs mate in the spring and lay yellow eggs in clusters of 10 to 50 on the underside of leaves. About five days later the larvae emerge and will eat about 400 aphids during their 2.5 week cycle. The larvae look like tiny black caterpillars with orange spots but do not eat vegetation.
The larvae then pupate and emerge from their cocoon as adults after about a week. They begin feeding on aphids, other insects, and pollen to build up their body fat. In the summer and fall the Ladybugs migrate into the mountains and during the winter they lie dormant under the snow. In the early spring they fly back down to the lowlands to resume searching for food in earnest. They begin mating, lay eggs, and die.
GREEN LACEWINGS (Chrysoperla carnea)
Life Cycle: Lacewing adults are 1/2 to 3/4 inches long. They have transparent, pale green wings and bright metallic gold eyes (they are also known as “Golden Eyes”). They have a characteristic fluttering flight, and sometimes rise from the plants when disturbed, especially at twilight. Adult Lacewings are not themselves predaceous, but feed on honeydew, nectar and pollen. They lay tiny pale green eggs on hair like stalks attached to the underside of leaves or on bark of trees. In several days the Lacewing larvae hatch from these eggs.
The larvae, which are active searchers, will immediately begin moving over the plant in search of food. These larvae are grayish-brown in color, and 3/8 inch long, and have pincher-shaped jaws which they use to seize their prey and suck the juices from its body. Because they are such voracious aphid eaters (consuming as many as 1,000 aphids each per day), they are called “Aphid Lions”. They also devour a great variety of citrus mealbugs, and cottony-cushion scale.
Maturing after two to three weeks, the Lacewing larvae spin a small cocoon of silken thread. The adult Lacewing emerges five days later by neatly cutting a round, hinged lid at the top of the cocoon. The cycle then repeats itself.
The life cycle of Lacewings is directly influenced by climatic conditions. Under summer conditions a complete life cycle can occur within a month, thus many generations can occur each year. Lacewings over winter as adults, but with difficulty; they should be recolonized each spring.
Release: Sprinkle them around your plants. If you are putting them in trees, you can place small amounts in paper drinking cups and staple them to the leaves. The Lacewing will crawl out and up into the tree or plant. The larvae will feed for about 3 weeks, then they will roll up into a little white pupae and emerge as an adult in about 1 week ready to lay eggs! When looking for the newly hatched lacewing larvae, remember that they are quite small, about the size of the pale green or gray egg from which they came, so you may have difficulty seeing them.
PRAYING MANTIDS (Tenodera sinensis)
Life Cycle: Praying Mantids hatch out of their egg case (ootheca) along the seam that looks like louvered windows with some mud packed on top. They hatch in the spring when the weather warms, the warmer the temperature, the sooner they hatch. Unlike most insects the mantids do not hatch as larvae, they emerge as miniature adults, about half an inch long. They will grow through spring and summer until they reach a length of 5 to 6 inches, shedding their skins several times.
Although mantids have wings, they do not use them until fall when the female wings develop and she begins flying around looking for males to mate with. After mating, she eats the head off the male, which helps to nourish her eggs. She then attaches the brown foam to a branch, lays her eggs inside, and dies shortly afterward, The eggs are protected from the winter cold in the foam and the cycle begins again in the spring.
General Information: When the eggs hatch the egg case does not change in appearance except for what looks like a little sawdust hanging from the seam. Since the Mantids do not move much and blend easily with their surroundings, it is easy to miss the hatching. While most insects are constantly searching for food, Mantids are content to stay in one area and wait for their food to walk by and grab it with their strong forelegs. This is why they are good to use early in the season, before there are pest problems, and use other insects after pests arrive.
Praying Mantids eat a wide variety of garden pests. In their younger stages they eat aphids, thrips, flies and maggots, small caterpillars, leafhoppers, white grubs and other soft-bodied insects. Mature Mantids feed on larger caterpillars, earwigs, chinch bugs, sow bugs, beetles, grasshoppers and other large insects.
Release: You can keep the egg cases in the cup, set them on a window ledge or in the patio until they hatch. As soon as you see tiny praying mantids emerge remove the lid and sprinkle the mantids around your garden. Or put the egg case in a bush, hedge, limb or anything more than two feet above ground. The egg case may be inserted in the fork of a branch or hung with a piece of string or needle and thread rum through the outside of the case. Hanging will help keep birds and rodents from eating the eggs in the case. If ants are in the area, oiling the string will help keep them away.
Beneficial Nematodes (Steinernema feltiae) are microscopic in size and cannot be seen with the naked eye. They attack more than 230 kinds of soil dwelling and wood boring pests, such as flea larvae, white grubs, cutworms, corn root worms, strawberry weevils, gypsy moth larvae, cabbage root maggots, fungus gnat larvae, and many more before they emerge from the ground in their more destructive adult stages.
RELEASE: Beneficial Nematodes may be released by spraying with water, mixing with mulch and applying directly to the soil or potting mix, or injecting into burrows. They may be used any time of year, as long as the ground is not frozen. Do not release in direct sunlight, as this will kill them. See directions for details.
COVERAGE: Our container of 7 million live Beneficial Nematodes will cover up to 2,000 square feet, but faster results are obtained with higher concentrations.
Beneficial Nematodes hunt down, penetrate, and kill most soil dwelling pests. They will remain effective for about 2 years, but annual applications are recommended. They will also attack over wintering adult insects, pupae, diapausing larvae, and grubs when they are in the soil, bark, or even ground litter. They do not affect humans, animals, or plants. They are completely compatible with beneficial insects such as ladybugs, lacewings, and praying mantids and do not harm earthworms.
NOTES FROM MY GARDEN JOURNAL–Tips and Observations from My Own Garden by Rick Halbach
ENTRY: MAY 20, 2023 (Giving in to Pesky Chipmunks)
It seems to me that most people are not too fond of having chipmunks in their gardens, but I, on the other hand, would not want to be without them. I find myself endlessly entertained by their antics and personalities. Most of the complaints I hear about them from customers at work is that they are constantly digging up newly planted plants in containers and gardens. Even though I have well over 100 containers (and it seems just as many chipmunks), I don’t have a problem with them digging out my plants anymore. After years of close observation, I’ve learned a few things about chipmunks in the garden. First off, they seem especially attracted to soil heavy in perlite, so I try to avoid those mixes. The looser the potting mix, the more the chipmunks like to dig.
However, the more important fact I’ve learned about chipmunks, is that they are creatures of habit and go to the same spots over and over again. Therefore, when a chipmunk has inadvertently dug plant from the soil, I simply replant it an inch or two from the original hole and do not refill the chipmunk’s original hole. The chipmunk revisits the spot throughout the day, always digging in the same hole and never starting a new one in that container–probably because he’s buried a seed or two there for later and he likes the spot he’s picked. If I attempt to refill the hole, he’ll dig there again and again to find his stash. I find that early in the season like this, when my plants are still rather small, is also the time the chipmunks are harvesting the falling maple seeds and hiding them for later consumption. By giving them places to do so, they aren’t interested at all in my garden plants. Once the plants have grown a bit I go around and refill the holes they’ve created throughout garden.
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ENTRY: MAY 20, 2023 (Container Garden Maintenance 101)
My many summer containers are now planted and in place. Now begins the daily upkeep!
How to Maintain Your Container Garden
By The National Gardening Association, Paul Simon and Charlie Nardozzi from Urban Gardening For Dummies
Container gardens are perfect for small urban gardens. Maintaining container-grown plants means keeping them well watered, fertilized, and pruned; and keeping pests at bay.
Containers in the city can heat up fast and furious in full sun. Even plants that are labeled as heat-loving can overheat on a hot summer day. Watering regularly helps keep them cool, but you also should consider the plant placement. Even a plant that needs full sun may benefit from some shade during the hottest part of the day.
If you’re planting container vegetables and annual flowers, situate them where they’ll get morning sun but have some protection from intense afternoon sun or set them in the filtered light of a high tree canopy.
How to fertilize in a container garden:
Most potting soils don’t contain enough nutrients to keep your plants growing to perfection all summer long. However, some potting soils have time-release fertilizers added to them that slowly release their nutrients in response to watering. These are probably the easiest potting soils for the urban gardener to use, as long as you’re okay with using the chemical fertilizer product included in the soil.
These slow-release granules last at least three months, with some hanging on up to nine months. Their effectiveness may be reduced by frequent watering in summer, so monitor your plants for signs of nutrient deficiency, such as yellowing leaves and stunted growth. You can also buy these slow release fertilizers and add them to potting soil yourself at planting time. Apply them again later in the season, according to instructions.
You can also use organic fertilizer products such as compost, fish emulsion, and cottonseed meal in your containers. The key to adding these fertilizers is to stick with it. Since the nutrients are lost through leaching due to frequent watering, and there’s a limited amount of soil mass to hold nutrients, you’ll need to apply these fertilizers as often as every few weeks to keep your plants growing strong.
Water-soluble granular fertilizers yield the quickest results. It’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when applying. Fertilize every 10-14 days.
How to prune your container plants:
The beauty of most annual flowers is that they never stop flowering. However, if individual plants in a container become tired-looking, cut them back. They’ll regrow and begin flowering again.
If the plants are beyond rejuvenation, spruce up the planters with replacement annuals, choosing similar plants and colors to complement the remaining flowers. Or remove the whole planting and start over with a different theme. For an immediate full effect in your container, place plants close together.
Another way to keep annual flowers blooming is to deadhead the flowers after they finish blooming. Simply pinch off the dead flower. It not only cleans up the plant, it encourages it to form more flowers.
Some newer varieties of annual flowers are self-cleaning. This means they drop their dead flowers to the ground when blooming is done.
How to inspect container plants for pests:
Since your pots are elevated and in the city, you’d think you wouldn’t have to contend with pests. Amazingly enough, pests will find your plants, even in urban areas. Certainly, problems with deer or woodchucks may be minimal, but squirrels, raccoons, and mice all may find your plants.
Insect pests with winged adult stages such as cabbageworms, Japanese beetles, and whiteflies all can find your plants. Diseases such as powdery mildew and black spot are ubiquitous in the environment and likely to occur when the weather conditions are right.
Here are some tips to keep the pests away:
•Keep your plants healthy. This almost goes without saying, but a healthy plant is less likely to suffer from insect and disease attacks than a stressed one. Keep your plants well watered and fertilized all summer long.
•Keep watch. Check leaves, stems, and flowers regularly. You’ll be admiring your beautiful plantings daily anyway, so just take an extra minute to look under the leaves and peer closely at the stems. Often you’ll see the first signs of damage or young insects lurking there. Simply squish them to prevent any problems from taking hold.
•Cover them up. Create barriers to keep squirrels away or use floating row covers to prevent insects from laying eggs on your prized plants. If you can prevent problems from occurring, rather than trying to cure them once they happen, you’ll get the best from your container gardens.
•Be realistic. If your plants have been attacked and aren’t recovering or have disease or insect infestations that are spreading to other plants, be realistic. Consider ripping out those damaged plants. The beauty of containers is you can easily start over and over again. Why live through a rotten summer of ugly plants when it’s simpler to just start over?
Source: www.dummies.com
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ENTRY: MAY 22, 2023 (A Colorful & Easy Answer for Dry Shade)
Fairly often we at Klein’s are asked about plant ideas for dry shade. Because almost nothing grows under dense maples or spruce trees, they pose an especially difficult dilemma. Spruce trees have a particularly dense canopy. The soil under them is always dry and crumbly. In addition, pine trees alter the make up of the soil beneath them by acidifying the soil to a degree. From my own experience with two fairly large spruce trees in my front yard, I’m able to share a few perennial ideas for under pine trees that offer great success. The entire area under my two spruces is filled with an assortment of drought tolerant, shady perennials including: lamium, lamiastrum, vinca, cranesbill, epimedium, English ivy, some campanulas, ladybells (Adenophora) and sensitive fern; with astilbe, hostas and toad lily (Tricyrtis) near the edges.
The most eye-catching additions, however, are the colorful annuals I use under the trees. Because no annuals grow successfully in the horrible soil under the trees, I randomly place groupings of assorted sized clay pots filled with impatiens amongst the low-growing perennials. This easy remedy brightens a spot where normally green and brown are the dominant colors.
KLEIN’S RECIPES OF THE MONTH—These are a selection of relatively simple recipes chosen by our staff. New recipes appear monthly. Enjoy!!
Although the place of origin of dill is unknown, it is believed to have grown wild all over the European continent. Today, while dill is highly regarded in some European cuisine, it is greatly disliked by others. Its name is derived from the old Norse word dilla, meaning ‘to lull’. Indeed, the herb has carminative qualities as well as other medicinal uses, such as aid for digestion.
Dill is a wonderful herb, fresh, dried or as seed. It has a unique, yet mild flavor for enhancing a wide variety of dishes. Dill is probably best known for its role in the popular flavor of the dill pickle.
Dill is easy to grow from seed in the garden and will often self-sow for a constant supply over the years. Dill is a member of the carrot family. Members of the carrot family (dill, parsley, fennel, Queen Anne’s lace) are host plants for swallowtail caterpillars.
For the most part, dill is used alone to capture its unique flavor. It is rarely blended with other herbs such as basil and oregano.
Chopped fresh or dried dill is used in summer pasta salads, tuna salad and cucumber salad. It is oftentimes the herb of choice for grilled salmon and/or its accompanying condiments. Dill is also used extensively in salad dressings. Dill is delicious with melted butter on cooked potatoes and vegetables.
Source: From Asparagus to Zucchini: A Guide to Farm-Fresh, Seasonal Produce
LEMON-DILL GREEN BEANS—Source: www.crumbblog.com
1 lb green beans, trimmed
2 tbsp good-quality olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, very finely minced
1 shallot, finely minced
Salt to taste
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced red pepper
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh dill
In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the beans for about 5 minutes, or until just barely tender-crisp. Immediately plunge into an ice-water bath to stop the cooking process, and set aside.
While the beans are cooking, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and shallots in a small bowl until combined. Add salt to taste.
In a large bowl, combine the beans with red onion, red pepper and dill. Pour the prepared dressing in, and toss to coat. Let stand for at least 20 minutes before serving (but preferably overnight) so that the flavors have some time to mellow and combine. Serve cold or at room temperature.
DILL CUCUMBER SALAD—Source: recipes.sparkpeople.com
3 cups peeled, sliced cucumbers
4 medium scallions, sliced
3 med. stalks celery, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 t. extra virgin olive oil
1/4 C. white balsamic vinegar
3 T. prepared ranch salad dressing
2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped lightly
Salt & pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients and serve. Serves 4.
CHILLED SPICY TOMATO SOUP—easy, refreshing-with-a-bite . . . and 100% fat-free! From The Enchanted Broccoli Forest by Mollie Katzen.
2 medium-sized (3″ diameter) ripe tomatoes
4 cups tomato juice
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. horseradish
2 TBS. Worcestershire sauce
10-15 drops Tabasco to taste
1 stal celery, finely minced
2 TBS. minced fresh dill (2 tsp. dried)
1-2 finely minced green onions
fresh ground pepper
Bring a medium-sized saucepanful of water to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Core the tomatoes and drop them in the water for about 20 seconds. Remove and pull off the skins. Cut open and remove the seeds. Mince the remaining pulp and set aside. In a bowl, whisk together the juice, mustard, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco. Stir in the rest of the ingredients (including the tomatoes) and season with black pepper. Cover tightly and chill. Serves 4-5.
GRILLED SALMON WITH CITRUS DILL BUTTER—Fresh dill and tangy lemon join in this luscious, quick-cooking entree. Source: pillsbury.com
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 (4-oz.) salmon fillets
2 sprigs fresh dill
Heat grill. In small bowl, combine all ingredients except salmon and dill sprigs; mix until well blended. When ready to grill, spread 1/2 teaspoon butter mixture over each salmon fillet. Place, skin side up, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 3 minutes. Turn skin side down; spread 1/2 teaspoon butter mixture over top of salmon. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. To serve, spread remaining butter mixture over salmon fillets. Garnish with dill sprigs.
SPINACH STRAWBERRY SALAD–Talk about fresh spring flavors! This favorite of adults and kids alike is from Asparagus to Zucchini: A Guide to Farm-Fresh Seasonal Produce.
2 TBS. sesame seeds, toasted and set aside
4 TBS. sugar
4 TBS. red wine vinegar
Minced garlic to taste
1 tsp. dry mustard
coarse salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup vegetable oil (not olive)
2 bags of spinach
2+ cups sliced strawberries
1 tsp. dried dill
Combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk in the oil in a thin stream. Toss together with the spinach, berries, dill and sesame seeds. Serves 8.
NATURAL NEWS–
Best Plant Options for Rain Gardens
With the increasing popularity of rain gardens for the control of runoff into our streams and lakes, we at Klein’s have been increasingly asked by customers about plant choices for their rain gardens. Simply stated, the best choices for rain gardens are perennials native to our area that can tolerate both wet conditions and drought. Beyond that, choices tend to be based on intended design, overall appearance and personal taste. The following is an assortment of rain garden plant lists for the Midwest compiled from various websites.
Probably the very best website devoted to rain gardens is from Wisconsin’s own DNR (Department of Natural Resources) @ http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/stormwater/documents/rgmanual.pdf Their site explains in great detail, everything you need to know about a rain garden, from design and execution to plant choices. It’s not only an informative, but visually stimulating site. Native plant selections from their site includes:
Asclepias incarnata–Red Milkweed
Baptisia lactea–White False Indigo
Iris versicolor–Blue Flag Iris
Penstemon digitalis–Smooth Penstemon
Allium cernuum–Nodding Pink Onion
Liatris pycnostachya–Prairie Blazingstar
Parthenium integrifolium–Wild Quinine
Boltonia asteroides–False Aster
Rudbeckia subtomentosa–Sweet Black-Eyed Susan
Vernonia fasciculata–Ironweed
Aster novae-angliae–New England Aster
Solidago ohioensis–Ohio Goldenrod
Carex vulpinoidea–Fox Sedge
And from http://www.mninter.net/~stack/rain/
Native Plants for Wet Soils — Sunny Areas:
•Sweet Flag – – – – – – – – (Acorus calamus)
•Giant Hyssop – – – – – – (Agastache foeniculum)
•Canada Anemone – – – – (Anemone canadensis)
•Marsh Milkweed – – – – (Asclepias incarnata)
•New England Aster – – (Aster novae-angliae)
•Marsh Marigold – – – – (Caltha palustis)
•Tussock Sedge – – – – (Carex stricta)
•Turtlehead – – – – – – (Chelone glabra)
•Joe Pye Weed – – – – – (Eupatorium maculatum)
•Boneset – – – – – – – – (Eupatorium perfoliatum)
•Queen of the Prairie – (Filipendula rubra) –
•Sneezeweed – – – – – – (Helenium autumnale)
•Blueflag Iris – – – – – – (Iris versicolor)
•Soft Rush – – – – – – – (Juncus effusus)
•Great Blue Lobelia – – (Lobelia siphilitica)
•Switchgrass – – – – – – (Panicum virgatum)
•Prairie Phlox – – – – – – (Phlox pilosa)
•Mountain Mint – – – – – (Pycnanthemum virginianum)
•River Bulrush – – – – – (Scirpus fluviatilis)
•Softstem Bulrush – – – (Scirpus validus)
•Riddell’s Goldenrod – – (Solidago riddellii)
•Tall Meadow Rue – – – (Thalictrum dasycarpum)
•Culvers Root – – – – – (Veronicastrum virginicum)
•Golden Alexander – – – (Zizia aurea)
Native Plants for Wet Soils — Shady Areas:
•Caterpiller Sedge – – – (Carex crinita
•Cardinal Flower – – – – (Lobelia cardinalis)
•Ostrich Fern – – – – – (Matteuccia struthiopteris)
•Virginia Bluebells – – – – – – (Mertensia virginica)
•Sensitive Fern – – – – – (Onoclea sensibilis)
Shrubs — Sunny or Shady Areas:
•Black Chokeberry – – – (Aronia melanocarpa)
•Red Osier Dogwood – – (Cornus serecia)
•Low Bush Honeysuckle – (Diervilla lonicera)
•Pussy Willow – – – – – (Salix caprea)
•Blue Arctic Willow – – – (Salix purpurea ‘Nanna’)
Shrubs — Sunny Areas Only:
•Meadow Sweet – – – – (Spiraea alba)
•Steeplebush – – – – – – (Spiraea tomentosa)
•High Bush Cranberry – (Viburnum trilobum)
And finally from the University of Minnesota Extension:
Aquatic Plants: Grown in less than 12″ of water, soil is always saturated
Carex comosa–Bottlebrush Sedge
Carex crinita–Fringed Sedge
Carex lacustris–Lake Sedge
Carex stricta–Tussock Sedge
Eleocharis palustris–Spike Rush
Iris versicolor–Blue Flag Iris
Juncus effusus–Soft Rush
Sagittaria latifolia–Common Arrowhead
Scirpus acutus–Hardstem Bulrush
Scirpus validus–Softstem Bulrush
Non-Aquatic Plants: Wildflowers or Forbs
Agastache foeniculum–Fragrant Hyssop
Allium stellatum–Prairie Wild Onion
Anaphalis margaritacea–Pearly Everlasting
Anemone canadensis–Canada Anemone
Arisaema triphyllum–Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Asclepias incarnata–Swamp Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa–Butterfly Flower
Aster novae-angliae–New England Aster
Boltonia asteroides–Boltonia
Dalea purpurea–Purple Prairie Clover
Echinacea angustifolia–Purple Coneflower
Eupatorium maculatum–Joe-Pye Weed
Gentiana andrewsii–Bottle Gentian
Geum triflorum–Prairie Smoke
Helianthus maximiliani–Maximilian Sunflower
Liatris pychnostachya–Prairie Blazing Star
Lobelia cardinalis–Cardinal Flower
Lobelia siphilitica–Great Blue Lobelia
Monarda fistulosa–Wild Bergamot
Rudbeckia hirta–Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia laciniata–Wild Goldenglow
Thalictrum dasycarpum–Tall Meadow Rue
Uvularia grandiflora–Large-flowered Bellwort
Verbena hastata–Blue Vervain
Zizia aurea–Golden Alexander
Graminoides (Grasses and grass-like plants)
Acorus calumus–Sweet Flag
Andropogon gerardii–Big Bluestem
Bouteloua curtipendula–Side Oats Grama
Bouteloua gracilis–Blue Grama
Bromus kalmii–Kalm’s Brome
Calamagrostis canadensis–Bluejoint Grass
Carex bebbii–Bebb’s Sedge
Carex comosa–Bottlebrush Sedge
Carex lacustris–Lake Sedge
Carex pensylvanica–Pennsylvania Sedge
Carex scoparia–Pointed Broom Sedge
Carex sprengelii–Sprengel’s Sedge
Carex stricta–Tussock Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea–Fox Sedge
Eleocharis palustris–Spike Rush
Elymus hystrix–Bottlebrush Grass
Glyceria canadensis–Rattlesnake Manna Grass
Glyceria grandis–Tall Manna Grass
Hierochloe odorata–Sweet Grass
Juncus effusus–Soft Rush
Juncus tenuis–Path Rush
Koeleria macrantha–June Grass
Panicum virgatum–Switchgrass
Schizachyrium scoparium–Little Bluestem
Scirpus atrovirens–Green Bulrush
Scirpus cyperinus–Wool Grass
Scirpus validus–Softstem Bulrush
Sorghastrum nutans–Indian Grass
Spartina pectinata–Cord Grass
Shrubs and Small Trees
Amelanchier laevis–Serviceberry
Aronia melanocarpa–Black Chokeberry
Cornus alternifolia–Pagoda Dogwood
Cornus racemosa–Gray Dogwood
Cornus sericea (stolonifera)–Red-osier Dogwood
Corylus americana–American Hazel
Diervilla lonicera–Bush Honeysuckle
Prunus virginiana–Chokecherry
Sambucus pubens–Red Berried Elderberry
Symphoricarpos albus–Snowberry
Viburnum atropurpurea–Downy Arrowwood
Viburnum lentago–Nannyberry
Viburnum trilobum–Highbush Cranberry
JUNE’S PLANT OF THE MONTH:
MILKWEED (Asclepias Species)
Any gardener wanting monarch butterflies to not only visit, but also breed and live much of their life cycle their garden, should grow at least one, if not many of the gorgeous milkweeds available from seed sources, garden centers or even road side. Milkweeds are the sole food source for monarch caterpillars. In early summer, adult females that have migrated all the way from Mexico search out milkweed on which to lay her eggs before she dies. A single cream-colored egg is laid on the underside of milkweed leaves. The more plants available to her, the more likely she is to lay her eggs in your yard.
After hatching, the striped and hairless caterpillars grow quickly, feeding exclusively on the plant (or nearby plants) on which they hatched. To find a caterpillar, look for chewed leaves as a telltale sign and then look to the leaf undersides to find the caterpillar. Monarch caterpillars have few predators.
Apparently the milkweed sap they ingest gives them a bitter and unpleasant taste. In no time, the caterpillars spin their chrysalis in which they morph into the familiar orange and black tiger-striped adults.
Adult monarchs feed not only on milkweed nectar, but many garden plants including zinnias, tithonia, Mexican flame vine, coneflowers, verbena bonariensis and many others. The late season adults need to build their strength for the long trip back to Mexico where they winter in only a few mountainous areas. Few people are aware that there are multiple generations of monarchs in a single summer. The early migrants and next generations simply reproduce and die. Only the last generation of the season makes the trip to Mexico and then back before it dies.
During the 2023 spring season Klein’s offered the following milkweeds. Due to high demand some may no longer be available in the current season.
ASCLEPIAS curavassica (Annual Milkweed, Bloodflower): Nonstop, 2-4″ blooms that very much resemble our native asclepias tuberosa and monarch butterflies love them as much. Plants are erect and bushy, growing to 36″. For full-sun in well-drained soil. Native to Central and South America. Easy to overwinter and appears in houseplant books from the early 20th century.
ASCLEPIAS incarnata (Swamp Milkweed)
Narrow, lance-shaped foliage; a Wisconsin native; pinkish-red flowers in June-August. Ht.: 36-48″. Spread: 24″. Plant in rich, moist soil in full sun. Use in the native meadow, native wetland, border garden and to attract birds and monarch butterflies. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS incarnata ‘Cinderella’ (Swamp Milkweed)
Narrow, lance-shaped foliage; a Wisconsin native; pinkish-red flowers in June-August. Ht.: 24-36″-about a foot shorter than the species. Spread: 24″. Plant in rich, moist soil in full sun. Use in the native meadow, native wetland, border garden and to attract birds and monarch butterflies. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS incarnata ‘Ice Ballet’ (Swamp Milkweed)
Narrow, lance-shaped foliage; a Wisconsin native; pure white flowers in June-August. Ht.: 36-48″. Spread: 24″. Plant in rich, moist soil in full sun. Use in the native meadow, native wetland, border garden and to attract birds and monarch butterflies. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS speciosa (Showy Milkweed)
A rough, weedy perennial which commonly occurs on dry slopes, open woodland areas, roadsides, waste areas and along streams in western North America. It typically grows 2-4′ tall on stout, upright stems with velvety, broad-oblong to broad-ovate, gray-green leaves (to 8″ long) with conspicuous veining. Globular clusters (umbels to 3″ across) of fragrant, pinkish-white to pinkish-purple, star-like flowers appear mostly in the upper leaf axils over a long bloom period from late spring well into summer. Grow in average, well- drained soil in full sun. Use in the prairie, meadows, to attract butterflies and pollinators and for its dried seedheads. Once established, it is best to leave plants undisturbed because they develop deep taproots which make transplanting difficult. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS sullivantii (Prairie Milkweed)
One of the more important plants in the monarch butterfly’s life cycle. A Wisconsin native plant and a food source for the monarch butterfly and its larvae with a vigorous upright habit though less so than Common Milkweed; thick oblong, light green foliage;
which exudes a milky sap when bruised or cut; umbrella-like clusters of super-fragrant light pink to lavender flowers in June-August. Ht.: 24-36″. Spread: 12-18. Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun. Use in the prairie, meadows, to attract butterflies and pollinators and for its dried seedheads. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS syriaca (Common Milkweed, Roadside Milkweed)
One of the more important plants in the monarch butterfly’s life cycle. A Wisconsin native plant and a food source for the monarch butterfly and its larvae with a vigorous upright habit; thick oblong, red-veined, light green foliage; which exudes a milky sap when bruised or cut; umbrella-like clusters of super-fragrant mauve pink to white flowers in June and July. Ht.: 36-48″. Spread: 36-48″++. Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun. Can be pleasantly aggressive. Use in the prairie, meadows, to attract butterflies and for its dried seedheads. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS tuberosa (Butterfly Flower)
A Wisconsin Native Plant. It features ornamental seed pods with upright habit; small, lance-shaped foliage on dark stems; umbrella-like, branched clusters of orange flowers blooming in July-Aug. A food source for the monarch butterfly and its larvae. Ht.: 24-36″. Spread: 24″. Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun. Use in the native prairie or border garden, as a cut flower and to attract butterflies. Slow to emerge in spring and difficult to transplant. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’ (Butterfly Flower)
A Wisconsin Native Plant. It features ornamental seed pods with upright habit; small, lance-shaped foliage on dark stems; umbrella-like, branched clusters of yellow, orange and scarlet flowers blooming in July-Aug. A food source for the monarch butterfly and its larvae. Ht.: 18-24″. Spread: 24″. Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun.
Use in the native prairie or border garden, as a cut flower and to attract butterflies. Slow to emerge in spring and difficult to transplant. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS tuberosa ‘Hello Yellow’ (Butterfly Flower)
A Wisconsin Native Plant. It features ornamental seed pods with upright habit; small, lance-shaped foliage on dark stems; umbrella-like, branched clusters of golden yellow flowers blooming in July-Aug. A food source for the monarch butterfly and its larvae.
Ht.: 18-24″. Spread: 24″. Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun. Use in the native prairie or border garden, as a cut flower and to attract butterflies. Slow to emerge in spring and difficult to transplant. Zone 3.
ASCLEPIAS verticillata (Whorled Milkweed)
A Wisconsin Native Plant. A food source for monarchs with upright habit;whorls of needle-like foliage; turning yellow to orange in the fall; umbrella-like, open spikes of fragrant greenish-white flowers blooming in July-Sept. Ht.: 18-24″. Spread: 24″.
Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun. Use in the native prairie or border garden, as a cut flower and to attract butterflies. Zone 3.
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.
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, June 3, 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Family Walk
Join the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies, including identifying species and collecting data for the Arboretum’s dragonfly monitoring project. No experience required, but an online training video is available by request (email jwhidden@wisc.edu). Recommended for ages 12 and up. Walks take place select Wednesdays and Saturdays into early October. 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, June 4, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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
Family Nature Walk @ the Arboretum
Sunday, June 4, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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, June 11, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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
Summer Sundays: Jazz in the Garden at Allen Centennial Garden
Add a little bit of musical enjoyment to your Sunday afternoons this summer with Summer Sundays: Concerts in the Garden. The concerts will be held alternating Sunday afternoons starting June 11 and ending August 20, from 5-6:15 p.m.
This event is free and open to the public. Brought to you by the Friends of Allen Centennial Garden.
June 11
Janet Planet
ACG welcomes the spirited and vivacious Janet Planet and her trio to kick off the 2023 summer concerts. New York Magazine calls her a “sultry vocalist with a vast repertoire of jazz, blues, and standards…with some Bob Dylan thrown in for good measure.”
June 25
Madison Jazz Orchestra
The hottest, swingin’est jazz orchestra in southern Wisconsin, the nineteen-piece MJO performs charts from the golden era of big bands.
July 9
Rico Vibes
Led by vibe virtuoso Tommy Mattioli, Rico Vibes serves up exuberant high-energy music blending funk, Latin and jazz rhythms with original tunes and modern arrangements of standards and classics.
July 23
Paul Dietrich’s Elemental Quartet
A new venture for leader-composer Paul Dietrich, reflecting a return to basics and simplicity after several large-ensemble projects.
August 6
The Jazz Guys
Born during the pandemic, with the covid winter spent—at a distance—preparing, and rehearsing carefully honed arrangements, this quartet debuted in spring 2021 at Café Coda.
August 20
Betsy Ezell’s Bossa Nova Project
A new project by vocalist Betsy Ezell, Canção (Brazilian for ‘song’) features music in the tradition of bossa nova in a set that includes innovative arrangements of traditional songs as well as original compositions.
Allen Centennial Gardens
620 Babcock Dr. on the University of WI campus, Madison
608/576-2501 or allencentennialgarden.org for details.
Learning Together: Searching for Squirrels @ the Arboretum
Tuesday, June 13, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Family Class
We will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Fee: $20 per family/group of up to four people. Register by June 5 @ arboretum.wisc.edu/group-classes/learning-together-searching-for-squirrels/. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, June 14, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Family Walk
Join the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies, including identifying species and collecting data for the Arboretum’s dragonfly monitoring project. No experience required, but an online training video is available by request (email jwhidden@wisc.edu). Recommended for ages 12 and up. Walks take place select Wednesdays and Saturdays into early October. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Woodland, Savanna, and Prairie Gardens @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, June 14, 7:00 pm
Garden Tour
Celebrate late spring by visiting woodland, savanna, and prairie gardens. This tour, led by garden curator Susan Carpenter, provides an overview of the Wisconsin Native Plant Garden. 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
Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
Thursday, June 15, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr., Janesville, WI
Rotary Botanical Gardens Director of Horticulture, Michael Jesiolowski will provide a behind-the-scenes look at what’s blooming this month and answer any questions you may have.
What’s in Bloom? Tours take place on the 3rd Thursday of the month (April-September). The tours are free for RBG members, or $10 for non-members.
To register, please call 608.752.3885, sign up in person on the day of the tour or sign up @ https://rotarybotanicalgardens.org/event/whats-in-bloom-tour/2023-05-18/ .
Rotary Botanical Gardens
1455 Palmer Dr., Janesville, WI
608/752-3885 or www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/
Summer Breeze @ Olbrich Gardens
Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17, 4:00-9:00
Grab a refreshing beverage and take a relaxing stroll in the Gardens with your sweetheart, create in community workshops, play a friendly game of bocce ball or cornhole with your pals, or start a dance party in the Thai Garden. Whether you’re 2 or 102, there’s something for everyone at this feel-good summer tradition.
Admission at the door; no pre-sale tickets. Additional cost for food and beverages; no carry-ins.
General Admission – $15
Olbrich Members – $10
Child (Ages 6-12) – $5
5 & Under – FREE
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract @ the Arboretum
Sunday, June 18, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Walk
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of Seminole Hwy. and W. Beltline Frontage Rd.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Insects Around Us @ the Arboretum
Sunday, June 18, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Family Nature Program
This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1:30–2:30 p.m., activities: 2:30–3:30 p.m. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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
What’s in Bloom? @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 p.m.
Garden Tour
Join Susan Carpenter, Wisconsin Native Plant Garden curator, to find, compare, and learn about flowers on native trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants. 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
Summer Solstice Night Walk @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, June 21, 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Walk
Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free. Register by June 18: https://uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
Sunday, June 25, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
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
Summer Concert Series at Olbrich Gardens
Enjoy an evening concert in one of Madison’s most delightful outdoor venues!
Concert attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. Carry in picnics and beverages are allowed.
Concerts are FREE to the public; a $5 suggested donation is appreciated.
No tickets required. Please carry out all trash.
Olbrich Concerts in the Gardens 2023 Schedule:
(All concerts are on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.)
June 27
Greater Mt. Sinai Judah Singers—Greater Mount Sinai Church of God in Christ is one of the predominant Black gospel churches in Wisconsin. Join us as their 10+ piece music staff shares an evening of energetic, danceable gospel music, as well as an interactive praise and worship experience.
July 11
Third Coast Bluegrass—TCB’s repertoire spans bluegrass classics, hidden gems, originals, and adaptations from amazing songwriters. The band highlights Jerry’s “true to the tradition” vocals, seamless trios and masterful instrumentals.
July 18
Kainalu—A psychedelic funk recording project by independent multi-instrumentalist and producer, Trent Prall. Drawing influence from modern psychedelia and classic motown artists he grew up listening to, Kainalu’s unique sound has gained international appeal.
July 25
Madison Mystery Tour—Driven by love for the timeless music of the Beatles, Madison Mystery Tour is an ensemble dedicated to studying and performing every song in the core catalogue of the Fab Four, note-for-note.
August 1
Latin Pride Orquesta—Formed in early 2017 with 12 musicians from around the world – Puerto Rico, México, República Dominicana, Peru and Madison. Their exhilarating brand of salsa music and charged live shows have quickly earned them a reputation as one of the most exciting acts to emerge from Madison’s Latin Salsa Music scene.
August 8
Opera in the Gardens—Fresco Opera is back! Stroll through the Gardens and take in roaming performances of several operatic scenes performed in a variety of garden areas. A magical experience for all your senses!
August 15
Invisible Cartoons—Blends catchy melodies, intoxicating voices, bounce-inducing beats, dynamic guitar/bass rhythms, spine-tingling keytar riffs, and dramatic wordplay about love, friendship, and fun.
August 22
Grupo Candela (Member Exclusive Concert)—Members enjoy exclusive access to this bonus summer concert held during Member Appreciation Week. Join today and receive this great member benefit!
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk @ the Arboretum
Wednesday, July 1, 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Family Walk
Join the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies, including identifying species and collecting data for the Arboretum’s dragonfly monitoring project. No experience required, but an online training video is available by request (email jwhidden@wisc.edu). Recommended for ages 12 and up. Walks take place select Wednesdays and Saturdays into early October. 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 Hike @ the Arboretum
Saturday, July 1, 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Walk
Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk (full moon is July 3). Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free. Register by June 28: https://uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Sunday, July 2, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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
Family Nature Walk @ the Arboretum
Sunday, July 2, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 15 thru November 11, 6:15-1:45
On the Capitol Square
Wednesdays, April 19 thru November 1, 8:30-1:45
In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
For details visit www.dcfm.org
Northside Farmers Market
Sundays, May 14 through October 29, 8:30-12:30
In the Northside TownCenter at the intersection of N. Sherman Ave. and Northport Dr. across from Warner Park.
The Northside Farmers Market is a nonprofit community enterprise. It is one of the newest and fastest growing farmers’ markets in Dane County. In keeping with the innovative spirit of Madison’s Northside, we are surpassing what defines the traditional farmers’ market. Our fundamental principles include:
–Providing an abundant selection of high quality, locally grown foods.
The market accepts Quest, WIC and Senior FMNP vouchers.
–Supporting our local agricultural entrepreneurs who are increasingly important today in ensuring that we have the best and safest food possible.
–Educating the community about traditional foods and the history of local agriculture in an attempt to preserve (and expand upon) our rich heritage.
–Promoting nutrition and the market by hosting dinners for neighborhood groups and seniors.
Parking is always FREE!
For details visit www.northsidefarmersmarket.org
JUNE IN THE GARDEN-–A checklist of things to do this month.
___By early June, finish planting all annuals and vegetables.
___By early June, move all houseplants out that spend the summer outdoors.
___In early June give all beds a thorough weeding for easier follow-up.
___June is a great month to plant perennials, trees and shrubs.
___Prune evergreens.
___Prune hard any spring flowering shrubs like forsythia, quince, etc.
___Mulch beds to conserve moisture and keep down weeds.
___Begin deadheading spent blooms as needed.
___Remove yellowed foliage of spring tulips, daffodils, etc.
___Begin staking and supporting tall plants as needed.
___Begin your fertilizing regimen. Regular fertilizing makes for healthy plants.
___Order spring bulbs from catalogs while your memory is still fresh.
___Keep and eye on the weather. Water as needed.
___Watch for pests and control as needed or desired.
___Begin seeding cole crops for fall harvest. Also sow pansies and wallflowers.
___Pinch hardy mums until July 4 for bushier less floppy plants.
___Visit Klein’s—Watch for end of season savings on annuals and perennials.
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
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 JUNE:
—The back greenhouses are nearly empty of product. We’ve had another successful season. This is the time to plan for next spring–while our memories are still fresh: How can we improve in 2023? Which plants did we run out of too early? How was staffing?
—Watering is a nonstop endeavor. On hot, windy days, we no sooner finish the first round, when we have to start all over again. Some plants in our retail areas may need watering 3 or 4 times in a single day! You wouldn’t do this at home, but customers don’t like to see wilted plants. It’s not harmful for us to let them wilt a bit, but it makes for bad presentation.
—We continue to plant some annuals, hanging baskets and containers for summer sales.
—Fall mums and asters are stepped up into larger tubs and containers for fall sales.
—We begin prepping some of the back greenhouses for the arrival of poinsettia plugs in just a few weeks.
—Our employees breathe a sigh of relief and spend some much needed downtime with family and friends.
PERMANENT FEATURES–
KLEIN’S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Have our monthly newsletter e-mailed to you automatically by signing up on the top of our home page @ kleinsfloral.com . 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.
KLEIN’S ‘HOUSEPLANT HELP’
You can contact Klein’s in-house indoor plant experts by emailing to houseplanthelp@kleinsfloral.com 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. 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.
TO WRITE A REVIEW OF KLEIN’S, PLEASE LINK TO
FACEBOOK
Follow Klein’s on Facebook where we post updates and photos on a regular basis.
TWITTER
Join Klein’s on Twitter where we post company updates and photos on a regular basis.
SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
We offer a 5% 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.
DELIVERY INFO
Klein’s Floral and Greenhouses delivers daily, except Sundays, throughout all of Madison and much of Dane County including: Cottage Grove, Deerfield, DeForest, Fitchburg, Maple Bluff, Marshall, McFarland, Middleton, Monona, Oregon, Shorewood Hills, Sun Prairie, Verona, Waunakee and Windsor. We do not deliver to Cambridge, Columbus 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, Deerfield, 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.
Horticulturalist & General Manager–Jamie VandenWymelenberg jamie@kleinsfloral.com
Floral Manager—Sarah Sonson floral@kleinsfloral.com
Houseplant Buyer, Newsletter Coordinator—Rick Halbach rick@kleinsfloral.com
Purchasing—Megan Johnson megan@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