Folks, last year was a heckuva ride. Mother Nature certainly kept us on our toes in 2024. The growing season played out like a dramatic reality show ("The Real Horticulturists of Wisconsin?"), complete with plot twists and climate curveballs. Spring was ...
How to Grow Annual and Perennial Plants
Annuals and perennials bring unique benefits to a garden. Understanding the difference can help you.
The CVG Chronicle: July 2024
Ahhh, July. A month where you break out the fireworks, popsicles, and sprinklers (for both you AND your yard!) July is a month bursting with exciting activities and opportunities. Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about the seventh month of ...
The CVG Chronicle: April 2024
April is National Garden Month! So it’s time to get things going (or should we say growing) for the season! Between Earth Day, Arbor Day, meteor showers, and the pink moon, April is kicking off spring in a big way. Hi there! John Kelly here. We ...
April Gardening and Lawn Care Checklist
April showers are falling, so it’s time to prepare for May flowers! Here’s a handy checklist to get your yard cleaned up and your garden ready for the upcoming season. The long-awaited warmer weather is a sign that gardening season is upon us! Apr ...
Symbolism Behind Common Plants and Flowers
Understanding the hidden meanings behind different varieties can help you connect with nature on a deeper level. From the resilient cactus teaching a lesson of endurance to the delicate forget-me-not representing lasting connections, plants are often ass ...
Expert Tips for Choosing the Best Plants
We think that all of the plants at Chippewa Valley Growers are happy and healthy… but, like all living things, some are naturally a little happier and healthier than others. We asked Jessi Kelly to share some tips on how to pick the best ones. For ...
Success Stories of Truly Inspirational Gardeners
What does gardening mean to you? Health? Happiness? Freedom? Connection? Gardening takes on a much deeper significance than just planting and growing. Here are a few stories about people whose lives have changed for the better with gardening. For ...