PBS Wisconsin’s Garden & Landscape Expo is a midwinter oasis for people ready to venture out and dig their hands in the dirt. Now in its 27th year, this three-day event celebrates the latest trends in gardening and landscaping, and attracts more than 20,000 people from across the Midwest. Join other gardening enthusiasts to share ideas, gain inspiration and connect with professional landscapers. All proceeds support PBS Wisconsin.

Things to do at the Garden Expo:

-Learn something new at one of the more than 150 free educational seminars and stage demonstrations.

-Visit with hundreds of businesses, independent contractors, nonprofits and artists to share ideas and learn about the newest in gardening, landscaping and local foods.

-Discuss innovative gardening techniques with UW-Extension horticulture experts.

-Relax with a casual walk through the central garden—courtesy of Wisconsin Nursery & Landscape Association

-Purchase seeds, tools and everything else you need to be ready when the trees bud and the ground thaws.

-Attend the Sunday farmers’ market, featuring farmers, food artisans and local food retailers.

Tickets cost $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free.  Two and three-day passes are available for added savings.  Advance tickets are available at Klein’s.  Visit www.wigardenexpo.com for more information.

Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall

1919 Alliant Energy Center Way

Madison, WI 53713

608/267-3976 or www.alliantenergycenter.com