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Spring and summer care of irises
By Margaret Kelly, Extension Master Gardener serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria and Tazewell counties  Springtime is the best time to focus...
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Spice up the garden with edible flowers
May is finally here, when Spring has sprung and homeowners are rushing to get the garden ready. As gardeners start their season, consider something...
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Paws-itively pet-friendly landscape tips
If you have pets, chances are they spend time with you outside.  If you have a yard for them to play in and explore, you’ve likely caught your...
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It’s Berry Easy: Grow Your Own Strawberries!
Have you enjoyed a sweet, juicy strawberry this spring? If so, it was likely grown in a warmer climate and shipped to your local grocery store. While...
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Rooted in Tradition: Extension Workshop Teaches Modern Homesteading
On July 7, the University of Illinois Extension hosted its first 2025 Back to Basics session, led by Illinois Extension Educators Mary Liz Wright and Chris Lueking.Held at the Washington County Extension Education Center, this workshop offered community members the...
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Grow Your Passion: Master Gardener Training Begins This Fall
From rural farms and small towns to bustling suburbs and vibrant city neighborhoods, more than 2,600 volunteers across Illinois are making a difference through gardening. These dedicated individuals bring the mission of “helping others learn to grow” to life by sharing their knowledge and love...
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Master Gardeners help provide solutions for gardeners
OREGON, Ill.— In 1975, Floyd Giles, former Extension horticulture specialist and state Master Gardener coordinator, formed the first Master Gardener program in Illinois. Over the years, volunteers have dedicated time and effort to gardening projects, including community gardens, school...
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The Buzz About Bees

What's all the Buzz about Bees? Illinois Extension is here with information

Join University of Illinois Extension and Extension Educator Sreelakshmi Suresh in this info-packed Wilderness Wednesday webinar sponsored by...

Starting a Garden: Seed Starting Basics

 

Are you new to starting your own vegetable garden seeds? Doing it yourself can save you money and get you involved with the food you eat from seed to harvest. In this video, Illinois Extension horticulture educator Chris Enroth demonstrates seed starting while at home during the...

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