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Chromatic cohesion: the power of analogous colors steps on walkway framed by flowers of red and pink
Chromatic cohesion: the power of analogous colors
A few weeks ago, we began a discussion about color. We started with complementary colors, those that are opposite of each other on the color wheel....
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Unseasonable weather makes for early plant arrivals
Over the past several weeks, residents in northern Illinois have experienced some unseasonable weather. Warm, spring-like temperatures, thunderstorms...
From theory to practice: Applying complementary colors in the landscape purple coneflower and yellow coreopsis
From theory to practice: Applying complementary colors in the landscape
Although we have been taught colors since before we began attending school, colors can be challenging. Colors are complicated and there is so much...
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Spring Gardening: When is the best time to get started
By Ella Maxwell, Extension Master Gardener serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria and Tazewell counties The temperatures this spring have been up...
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Capture spring’s beauty at Photos & Forbs 
PONTIAC, Ill. – Blooming ephemerals are filling the understory of forests with eye-catching colors this time of year. Virginia Bluebells, Bloodroot, and Red trillium thrive in spring weather before trees grow out their summer leaves. Now is the perfect time to admire their full beauty, and you...
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Grow and give back through the Giving Garden program
Bloomington, IL – Healthy communities grow with community support. Let the harvest of your garden contribute to the health of your community this summer. Offering garden vegetables is a source of food that ensures a neighbor facing food insecurity has access to fresh produce. An arrangement of...
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Add a dash of herbs to spice up floral bouquets
URBANA, Ill. — Cultivating a cut flower garden filled with favorites can be a fun family project that can become budget-friendly gifts for everyone. Adding herbs to a garden and bouquets will create a unique, personal touch to designs. Fresh herbs look and smell amazing and will be long-lasting...
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Explore the 2024 All-America Selection flower and vegetable variety winners
URBANA, Ill. — While the rain, thunderstorms, and snow replenish the soil moisture, winter can still bring the blues. To welcome the spring season, check mailboxes for the new garden catalogs and start spring garden planning. When planning, remember to leave room for the spontaneous buys when...
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Themed Gardens: Design with Kids in Mind

 

Foster the love of gardening with the youth in your life by creating theme gardens. Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Brittnay Haag as she shares ideas and tips for creating a special place for your young, hands-on learner to grow, explore, and be creative. Whether it’s at...

Spring Ephemerals: Four Seasons Gardening

Restore healthy ephemerals. These bulbs get their name because of their quick appearance in the environment in the early spring, flowering even before leaves have fully grown on deciduous trees. Horticulture Educator Gemini Bhalsod guides you through the interesting diversity of spring...

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