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In this issue for November 2005:
ANNUAL GARDEN EXPO COMING IN FEBRUARY 
Though it may be cold outside, it's time for gardening enthusiasts to "think green" as WPT prepares for Garden Expo, coming to Madison's Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center Feb. 10,11 and 12. The annual event features hundreds of exhibitions, hands-on workshops and educational seminars about gardens, lawns and landscapes. WPT hosts a popular booth where visitors may purchase cookbooks, T-shirts and raffle tickets. They also will have the chance to meet WPT producers and on-air professionals such as Shelley Ryan, producer and host of The Wisconsin Gardener. Tickets for Garden Expo are $6 in advance and $7 at the door; for $10, expo-goers may purchase a two-day pass. Children 12 years and under are admitted for free. Garden Expo will run from 4 9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12. wpt.org/gardenexpo
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PUBLIC GARDENS CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS Some of the state's public gardens are decorating for the holidays. Here is a sampling: Celebration of Lights: Beautiful Menominee Park decked out in holiday lights. Drive through this winter wonderland. Event runs 6 10 p.m. Nov. 24 through Jan. 1. Menomonee Park, Oshkosh, (877) 303-9200. Rotary Lights: More than 1 million lights illuminate La Crosse's Riverside Park. The display is in place Nov. 25 through Dec. 31, (800) 658-9424. Holiday Concert: Enjoy festive holiday music with a concert at the Gardens, beginning at 2 p.m. Dec. 11 and 18. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, (608) 246-4550. For more holiday events, visit portalwisconsin.org
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POINSETTIA CARE Adapted from material provided by the University of Wisconsin-Extension
Nothing signals the coming of the holidays like a brightly colored poinsettia. To keep them blooming well into the New Year, there are several simple steps to take. Keep the plant in a bright, sunny location with temperatures in the 60s. Poinsettias do not tolerate drafts; so place them away from radiators, fans, open windows and doorways. Water regularly and enough to soak the soil to the bottom of the pot, but do so only when it feels dry. Don t let the poinsettia sit in water. From late winter to early spring, side shoots will develop below the bracts and grow above the old flowering stems. To maintain a well-shaped plant, cut the old flowering stems and branches to about 6 inches. Trimming is best done in March. Between July 15 and Aug. 1, prune the side shoots to about 4 inches. Continue to fertilize.
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FEATURED BROADCAST PROGRAMS ON WPT Nov. 24 through Dec. 18 5:10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24
Squirrel Wars and How to Win Them author George Harrison offers viewers tips on devices and strategies for leading a peaceful coexistence with backyard wildlife. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14
Alaskan Journey: Inside Passage
This special explores the history, culture and natural beauty of the 1,000-mile-long waterway between Seattle and the Alaskan panhandle. 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18
The Wisconsin Gardener "Garden Gifts"
Learn how to fashion gourds, willow branches, wood, and dried leaves and flowers into various seasonal gifts. wpt.org/garden Funding for The Wisconsin Gardener is provided, in part, by Ariens ariens.com 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18
The Victory Garden
Host Michael Weishan shares the best way to plant bulbs for a spectacular spring display. pbs.org/wgbh/victorygarden" 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home "Color Inside and Out"
Smith shows ways to bring colors from the outside in and vice versa. Also get tips for transforming an outdoor space into an exciting addition to your home. pallensmith.com/
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