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Dragonflies and Damselflies 
Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors, especially if you are near water where you might encounter members of the Odonata order. This group...
Columbine in the garden: Beauty, pollinators, and the battle with leafminers. Columbine plants with green leaves and red and yellow flowers
Columbine in the garden: Beauty, pollinators, and the battle with leafminers
Columbines are popular garden plants. They can be found in a variety of colors, ranging from red, pink, yellow, white, purple, and blue, and they can...
Companion planting: Combining plants for a healthy, well-balanced garden. A diverse planting of vegetables and flowers.
Companion planting: Combining plants for a healthy, well-balanced garden
As we creep toward spring, many gardeners begin to get the urge to get out in the garden. Seed starting and garden planning activities are...
Monarch butterflies on milkweed
Public comment opens on monarch butterfly's threatened species status, USFWS contemplates limitations on pesticides
Monarch’s proposed addition to Threatened Species listThis past December, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) proposed for the monarch...
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Available prairie seed mixes may fall short for pollinators
URBANA, Ill. — As populations of bees and butterflies decline in the Midwest, native prairie restoration becomes crucial. A new Prairie Research Institute study found, however, that many commercial seed mixes used to conserve and restore prairies may not have enough diversity or spring flowering...
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Spring into gardening with tools and tips at upcoming gardening programs
URBANA, Ill. — Spring is near, and your green thumb is ripe for gardening. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, growing nutrient-rich vegetables, fresh fruits, and aromatic herbs is more than just a way to fill your plate; it is like a badge of honor. Gardening...
Managing Your Winter Landscape to Support Wildlife
Winter can be a challenging season for wildlife, but with thoughtful landscaping practices, homeowners can create spaces that nurture birds, insects, and other creatures. By providing food, shelter, and overwintering habitats, you can ensure your yard is a haven for wildlife while enriching your...
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Mason Bees in Illinois

While the honey bee may be one of the most important pollinators, another pollinator species, the mason bee, also works hard to move pollen from plants within our landscape. Erin Garrett, University of Illinois Extension Energy and Environmental Stewardship Educator, provides information on the...

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