May Webinar: A Different Way of Knowing: Using Phenology to Garden Better

A Different Way of Knowing: Using Phenology to Garden Better

In an era of unpredictable weather patterns, where temperature swings and rainfall fluctuations can vary dramatically even within the same region, how can we cultivate deeper wisdom in the garden? The answer lies in phenology—the time-honored practice of observing the rhythms of nature to guide our gardening choices.

This session invites you to slow down and tune in to the subtle yet profound signals of the natural world. By studying the life cycles of plants, insects, and wildlife, you'll gain insights that no search engine or forecast can provide. Discover how to recognize nature’s cues—when the lilacs signal it’s time to plant, when the fireflies indicate soil warmth, and how pollinators reveal the health of your garden ecosystem.

Join us for an exploration of this centuries-old science, learning to work in harmony with nature’s calendar. Whether you are a seasoned gardener, a horticultural therapist, or someone who simply finds joy in the garden, phenology offers a richer, more intuitive way to cultivate resilience and connection in your green spaces.

Our speaker:

Kristin Krokowski. Professor, University of Wisconsin Madison Division of Extension.    

Her research and programming focus is on produce safety, farmers' markets and the success of small to medium size fruit and vegetable growers throughout Wisconsin. She is a Lead Trainer for the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Alliance Training. Kristin also provides leadership for the Wisconsin Farmers Market Association and educational programs and technical assistance to farmers’ market managers and vendors including market start-up, marketing, production, pest management, EBT (SNAP) and produce safety. She works locally and in collaboration with colleagues statewide to provide education and diagnostic services to the landscape industry and municipalities on ornamental horticulture. Kristin’s B.S is in Ecosystems Management from Sheldon Jackson College in Sitka, Alaska and her M.S is in Horticulture from Purdue University. She is an avid and sometimes successful home gardener.                      

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