Pennington County Master Gardeners Page

06/26/2026

Create a pollinator friendly garden . . .

SDSU Entomology Field Specialist Patrick Wagner reveals the major components of a pollinator-friendly space

06/25/2026

Dr Ball’s Pest Alert . . . 6.17.2026🪲 🐜 🐛

06/24/2026

In the Garden

This week my Begonia-Hiemalis is blooming. Why do I like this begonia?

▪️ It does well in my somewhat shady corner bed.
▪️ I love the contrast between its vibrant blooms and dark leaves.
▪️ People say how pretty it is and ask what it is.

06/23/2026

Happy Tuesday!

06/22/2026

Plant of the Week: Green Beans

Snap beans, also called “green beans” or “string beans” (although most modern varieties do not have strings) are harvested when the pods contain immature seeds, and the pods are still succulent.

06/19/2026

Hermosa’s growing prairie garden—fragile land worth saving. Tours by appointment only.

The Great Plains Botanic Garden south of Hermosa hosts its annual Open House June 12–13, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Explore native prairie plants, learn about a threatened ecosystem, and visit the log cabin gift shop.

06/18/2026

Dr Ball’s Pest Alert . . . 6.10.2026🪲 🐜 🐛

06/17/2026

In the Garden

This week my Garden Roses are blooming. Why do I like these Roses ?

▪️ They are prolific bloomers all summer.
▪️ They come in a variety of colors.
▪️ They are a resilient and hardy plant.
▪️They remind me of the roses at my childhood home.

06/16/2026

Plant of the Week: Currants

Currants are small shrubs that can provide fruit even in partially or lightly shaded locations. Learn some expert tips for planting, growing, and harvesting them in this resource!