Whether you’ve been gardening for decades, or you’re still figuring out which end of the hoe to use, everyone can use some expert advice from time to time. In Wisconsin, there is a UW Extension horticulture educator or agriculture agent serving each of the state’s 72 counties. Erin LaFaive is the horticulture educator for Eau Claire County, and she especially enjoys working with people who are just getting started as gardeners. “I really like to walk them through the process,” LaFaive says, “and encourage them to keep trying, even if things don’t go the way they...
