Conference

The 2010 Wisconsin Master Gardener Conference will be held on the UW Sheboygan campus in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. View campus map. View Driving Directions.

On Friday, July 23, we begin with an optional tour of the Christopher Farm and Gardens, a 450-acre farm and gardens along the shores of Lake Michigan. The Christopher Family has developed their property into a myriad of delightful gardens. Their gardens also include koi ponds, waterfalls and a railroad. There is sure to be something to interest everyone! Bus transportation and lunch is included in the cost of this tour.

When returning to the UW-Sheboygan campus, we offer a traditional Sheboygan County Brat Fry for your evening meal. The Bookworm Gardens will be open for you to enjoy as well. This work in progress contains two acres of fantasy gardens, based on children's literature. It is adjacent to the UW-Sheboygan Campus and within walking distance. Then, get ready to be inspired as to how to create amazing containers for your porch or patio by listening to Ray Rogers, our featured speaker.

On Saturday, July 24, Ray Rogers will start the day with a presentation on Red Hot Coleus. We offer a prestigious slate of garden speakers for you to choose from for the rest of the day. Many of our speakers are local people with a wealth of knowledge and a passion for gardening. A complete list of breakout sessions and speakers is listed below. For more information, click on what interests you. We invite you to Come Garden With Us in Sheboygan County!

Sessions

* Keynote speaker sessions

Speakers

Mike Beeck - Otter Creek Landscape/The Wreath Factory
Nate Bremer - Solaris Farm
Robert Derhammer - McGinley & Baker
Linda Goodine
Craig Harms - Restoration Gardens
Donna Krishen
Dr. Tom Krischan
Sandy Livermore - Bookworm Gardens
Sharon Morrisey
Dr. Patti Nagai
Phil Pellitteri
Ray Rogers**
Gary Wittenbaugh

** Keynote Speaker