Small lawn tasks now may mean beautiful lawns next spring
KANKAKEE, Ill. – Fall is the perfect time to repair any lawn damage. As lawns go dormant, a few simple techniques may make the difference for beautiful spring lawns, says James Theuri, University of Illinois Extension educator.
"Fall weather means there is less watering to do maybe and...
Save wetlands, use soilless potting mixtures
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - Peat wetlands are delicate ecosystems that take thousands of years to form. Peat accumulates at a rate of about 1 millimeter per year. When the peat moss industry harvests 22 centimeters per year, it is easy to see why there is a concern for its sustainability.
Many...
4-H Hall of Fame volunteers announced, honored at virtual ceremony
PEKIN, Ill. - Service is a hallmark of the Illinois 4-H program. The Illinois 4-H Foundation annually honors longtime volunteers and former staff members for their selfless dedication to 4-H, the University of Illinois Extension youth development program.
In 2020, 87 individuals received...
4-H webinar aims to help children stay safe while home alone
PEKIN, Ill. - This year, the virtual and hybrid learning models adopted by many schools may cause some students to stay home alone while their parents go back to work. “Staying Safe at Home” is a new, virtual program offered by University of Illinois...
Four Seasons webinars provide help for home gardeners and forest enthusiasts
URBANA, Ill. – With many fall activities canceled, gardening has enjoyed an increased enthusiasm. University of Illinois Extension provides reliable research-based information on gardening and landscaping. The popular Four Seasons Gardening ...
Virtual and in-person tours available for annual pumpkin field day
URBANA, Ill. – From jack-o’-lanterns to gourds, University of Illinois Extension has research updates on all things pumpkin.
Since 2014, Illinois Extension staff conduct agricultural field trials regularly to compare yields of different pumpkin varieties grown under realistic conditions...