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Black Lace™ elderberry: A landscape standout

Black Lace™ elderberry (Sambucus nigra ‘Eva’) is a great black-leaved shrub for full sun. The plant was bred Ken Tobutt and Jacqui Prevette of East Malling Research Station in Kent, England from European elderberry cultivars.  Black Lace™ elderberry is marketed under the Proven Winners® brand. Our plant at the Dane County Extension Teaching Garden is […]

Welcome Our New Educational Program Coordinator, Carlie Chandler!

Meet Carlie Chandler, the newest member of the Dane County Extension team, serving as an Educational Program Coordinator in the Families and Finances department. Carlie is dedicated to expanding access to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides free tax assistance to low-income individuals and families throughout Dane County. Her work plays a […]

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Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2025 Vegetable Series

The Green Thumb Gardening vegetable series will help you to keep your kitchen garden thriving! The series covers many aspects of vegetable gardening for a robust background in vegetable production. UW-Madison Extension educators and UW specialists will provide in-depth, practical information for the novice to the experienced gardener. Classes are recorded (except Vegetable Diseases) and […]

Retirement Planning Today Winter 2025 Classes

You’ve worked hard to provide for your family and save for your future. Learn how to keep more of what you earn and make your money work harder for you. Registration is open for the winter 2025 classes. Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether […]

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Dane County-UW Extension
5201 Fen Oak Dr. Ste 138
Madison, WI 53718-8827

Phone: 608-224-3700
Fax: 608-224-3727
711 for Wisconsin Relay

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