UW-Extension Horticulturalist Melinda Myers demonstrates how to divide and transplant rooted perennials such as primroses, mums and asters. (1984) – VHS VIDEO (13:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Helen Harrison demonstrates how to dig and store perennial bulbs that don’t overwinter well in Wisconsin, such as the gladiola, dahlia, canna, caladium, and tuberous begonia. (1984) – VHS VIDEO (15:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

UW-Extension Horticulturalist Melinda Myers demonstrates how to plant spring flowering bulbs and how to protect them over the winter months. (1984) – VHS VIDEO (10:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Introduces children ages 8-14 to the basics of plant growth and gardening. Covers basic botanical parts of plants including roots, flowers, fruit and stems in an interesting, simple way. Also discusses basic gardening techniques from planting to harvest. (1986) – VHS VIDEO (15:00), 2 BOOKLETS.

Looks at light, water and soil needs of houseplants as well as houseplant propagation. Identifies various groups of houseplants and answers viewer questions concerning their care. Includes cassette tape of follow-up ETN question and answer session of 2/8/94 rebroadcast. (1993) – VHS VIDEO (2 hours), AUDIOCASSETTE (55:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.  (Master Gardener Series)

Tabletop display introducing the general public to invasive plant species, covers identification, removal, disposal and follow-up.  Focuses on Garlic Mustard, Wild Parsnip, Purple Loosestrife, Dame’s Rocket and Glossy and Common Buckthorn.  Includes information sheets on each species.  **Requires 3 panel folding display board available separately from Media Collection (#17635)**. (2002) – TABLETOP DISPLAY, INFORMATION SHEET MASTERS.

1/30/96 satellite videoconference provides basic information on designing, planning, planting and maintaining perennial flower beds in the home lawn. Covers the basics of starting a perennial garden, recommends herbaceous perennials for a variety of sites. Primary objective is to provide tips and ideas for starting, growing and enjoying perennials in your yard. Includes (55:00) tape of follow-up ETN session available only in Wisconsin. (1996) – VHS VIDEO (2 hours), PRINT MATERIALS, AUDIOCASSETTE.  (Master Gardener Series).

Features segments originally broadcast as part of “The Wisconsin Gardener” Series.  Topics include “Perennial flowers”, “A cutting garden”, “Rock gardens” and “Hardy roses”.  (1995) - VHS VIDEO  (28:00)

Features segments originally broadcast as part of “The Wisconsin Gardener” Series. Topics include “Hosta gardening”, “Non-native shade plants”, and “Native shade plants”.   (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (15:00)

Features segments originally broadcast as part of “The Wisconsin Gardener” Series.  Topics include “Fertilizing trees”, “Spring blooming landscape plants”, “Ornamental crabs”, “Lilacs for Wisconsin gardeners”,  and “Choosing a conifer for year round interest”.   (1998) - VHS VIDEO  (28:00)

Shows examples of poisonous ivy, oak and sumac. Gives tips on identification and treatment.  Explains some myths along with ideas for prevention of exposure. (1990) - VHS VIDEO  (8:00)

An introduction to biological weed control, specifically of Purple Loosestrife. Biological weed control reunites an invasive plant with natural enemies from its native range, providing a natural balance between the plant, the insects, and the wetland environment. The video discusses why Purple Loosestrife is a problem in wetlands, what other control methods have been insufficient to control it, how biological control of weeds works and what measures were taken to be sure it is safe for the North American environment. VHS VIDEO, PRINT MATERIALS. (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Retired UW Weed Specialist Jerry Doll’s complete Farm Industry Short Course.  Includes 28 lecture style presentations and three videos.  Addresses weed identification and management in Midwest corn, soybean, small grains, forages, and pasture systems, but the principles are applicable to habitats and regions globally. **NOTE: Will only play on a PC or Mac DVD drive, will not play in a regular DVD player. Requires Flash Player 7 or above software, available free of charge from Adobe.** DVD, PROGRAM GUIDE. (2006) - DVD

Host   Shelley Ryan travels around the world without leaving Wisconsin.  In LaCrosse, we tour the gardens of China, Germany, Russia and more at the Riverside International Friendship Gardens. In Alma, at the Hotel de Ville, she visits a secret garden inspired by the gardens of Southern France and Italy. She learns about a unique group of plants called “Fat Plants”, many of which hail from Madagascar,   Mexico and Africa.  Finally she visits plants from Egypt in Sturgeon Bay.  (2011) - DVD  (29 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests discuss improving soil structure, insect problems in new beds, vegetable planting basics, essential herbs for the garden, and renovating a perennial bed.  (1998) - VHS VIDEO  (27 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests celebrate fall.  She looks at ornamental grasses in the La Crosse area, shares fall recipes using onions, leeks and garlic with Chef Wave Kasprzak, learns about viruses and how they can affect garden plants and visits some colorful autumn garden displays in Baileys Harbor in Door County, WI. (2007) - DVD  (29 min.)

Host Shelley Ryan and her guests offer practical advice for people who think they have brown thumbs and for gardeners who just want to have more success in the back yard.   Starting with a visit to the Flying Pig in Algoma they learn how to buy plants that will live.  Next they focus on planting the right plant in the right spot by demonstrating how to read a plant label and how to reach your own back yard.  Finally, soil scientist Doug Soldat takes the mystery out of soil pH. (2012) – DVD (25:10).

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests look at trees, shrubs and perennials that can add color to a fall garden.  They also show how to store and safely dispose of any leftover garden chemicals you might have.  Finally, they demonstrate how to plant peonies.  (1999) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests look at great peonies for fall planting, when and how to pick apples, forcing bulbs and gypsy moths. (2001) - VHS VIDEO  (27 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests focus on foliage.  Among the topics they discuss are growing coleus, common fungal diseases among foliage and what to do about them, growing cover crops and unusual evergreens. (2007) - DVD  (29 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests share tips on indoor gardening, including what grows well indoors and what doesn’t. They discuss fruiting houseplants, getting started with bonsai, growing sprouts and plant folklore.  (1997) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests celebrate the gardening contributions of some of our immigrants.  John Elsley demonstrates the versatility of hostas.  Susan Churchill shows how to make an English wattle fence.  Jan Wos teaches how to turn anything into a great container and Sabi Atteyih shares great recipes from the Mediterranean.  (2004) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Shelley Ryan takes a lighthearted look at gardening mistakes we have all made including – common mistakes made with container plantings such as underwatering, overwatering and poor pruning; planting trees & shrubs too close to roads and buildings; common tree planting mistakes including strangulation; and ends with how to fix a pruning nightmare. (2011) - DVD  (29 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests give suggestions for preparing for the arrival of spring. They look at new sunflowers for 1997, good garden websites, fertilizing basics, and choosing a conifer for year round interest.  (1997) - VHS VIDEO  (24 min. 2)

Wisconsin’s clay soil is high in fertility, and retains moisture well but not all plants thrive in it.  Host Shelley Ryan checks out a group of prairie plants that love clay on the UW-Green Bay Campus.  Near Delafield at NuGenesis Farm we get an update on the latest organic gardening techniques for the home gardener. Erin Silva shows us how to prevent fungal diseases and even keep the deer away while   eating healthy ourselves. Plant Pathologist Brian Hudelson warns that using free mulch without knowing what’s in it could add diseases to the garden. And finally, we meet a couple who have built an enormous garden while creating a quarry at their home in Seymour, WI. (2011) - DVD  (29 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests cover a wide variety of topics including – Bill Radler’s prize-winning roses, how plants reproduce and how to get help for sick plants.  They also look at creating a willow trellis and “Plant a Row for the Hungry”, a new way to use extra produce. (2001) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests focus on the following topics: Unusual Annuals, Staking Perennials, Build a Living Playhouse, Great Shade Trees and  Let’s Go Shopping – What to Consider When Buying Trees & Shrubs. (2002) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Host Shelley Ryan travels to Rotary Gardens in Janesville to look at perennials and annuals that do not even reach their peak until fall.  In Lone Rock, Master Gardener volunteer Roger Reynolds builds the perfect compost pile and shares the secrets to his success.  He also teaches the fine art of lasagna gardening.  No, it does not involve pasta, but your garden will thank you for it as you create healthy weed-free beds for next spring. Finally, at Middlebury Hills CSA Farm near Barneveld, the topic is planting fall vegetables using germination blankets. (2010) - DVD  (29 min.)

Host Shelley Ryan visits Janesville’s Rotary Gardens to look at Alliums – ornamental onions that sport bold colors and sturdy upright flower stalks.  Then she discusses the symptoms of root rot and how to get plants properly diagnosed with Brian Hudelson.  Bruce Allison demonstrates how to treat root rot in mature trees.  Finally, Entomologist Phil Pellitteri offers tips on protecting plants from Japanese beetles.) (2003) – VHS VIDEO (27:32). (2003) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests look at growing orchids, getting rid of scale, caring for holiday plants, creeping Charlie and a winter prairie photo essay.   (1998) - VHS VIDEO  (27 min.)

Shelley Ryan & her  guests focus on water management issues in your backyard.  They look at a way to create a flower bed in nine inches of gravel that requires no water; learn about Prickly Pear Cactus as well as other cacti; how to conserve water while keeping a    lawn healthy and finally, ways to prevent storm water runoff in our own driveways with water permeable concrete. (2011) - DVD  (29 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and guests spend an eclectic program looking at a variety of plants and gardens.  Topics covered include: Ornamental Willow Trees, Weeping Trees, Insects & Diseases in Birch Trees, A Garden for the Handicapped and Breeding Daylilies. (2002) - VHS VIDEO  (28 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan shows how you can create a landscape that blossoms when the snow flies. Topics include seeing winter in a new way, decorative bird treats, critter damage, wreath making, ornamental grasses, winter damage and holiday plants.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (27 min.)

Master Gardener Shelley Ryan and her guests focus on coping skills to help gardeners stay sane over the winter.  Featured topics include winter interest, preventative pruning for young trees, evergreen diseases, amazing amaranths and cooking with amaranth. (2002) - VHS VIDEO  (29 min.)

Melinda Meyers, Milwaukee County Extension Horticulture Agent discusses a variety of ways of handling yard waste including composting, leaving grass clippings on the lawn, selecting the right plants for the right location to reduce the need to prune and using waste as a mulch. Includes instructions for several composting methods.  (1990) - VHS VIDEO  (17 min.)