Fruit trees make a sweet addition to your homestead.

Growing fruit trees can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. It requires patience, dedication, and a deep understanding of the needs and requirements of each specific tree variety. Learn how to plan for your future homestead orchard as you learn about:
• Variety selection
• Root stock selection
• Pruning basic

The free program is February 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension office. Register by calling (618) 687-1727 or visit go.illinois.edu/HomesteadingFruitTrees.

Explore the Modern Homesteading Series
Gain the knowledge and hands-on guidance to help further hone your skills in the art of growing, raising, and preserving your own food through the modern homesteading series. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free and open to the public and will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension office at 402 Ava Rd. in Murphysboro. Learn more about the full series at go.illinois.edu/ModernHomesteading.

Upcoming Programs:

• Growing Small Fruits - February 22
• Composting- March 14