Gardening

Events

Pruning: The Kindest Cut

February 23, 2026

County

Kankakee

Composting with worms

February 25, 2026

County

Kankakee

Grow Light Workshop

February 25, 2026

County

LaSalle

Seed Starting and Saving for Gardeners

February 26, 2026

County

LaSalle

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Blog Posts

various microgreens growing in nine trays

Microgreens are a big deal

January 5, 2026

Have you seen microgreens on the menu of a fancy restaurant and wondered what they were? Or maybe you saw them over the summer at a farmers’...

Bloom into Spring at Home, Lawn and Garden Day 2026

February 6, 2026

Get ready to shake off winter and welcome spring! Picture a lively gathering of gardeners eager for the season ahead, hallways filled with local...

Winter is a time for gardeners to take a break. Or is it?

January 23, 2026

A winter day in the year-long gardenLooking out the window midway through winter gives one a bleak view of the world. Gray sky, trees bare, plants...

Celebrate National Popcorn Day with locally grown Illinois popcorn

January 16, 2026

Popcorn is one of those simple joys that connects agriculture with snacking. In honor of National Popcorn Day on January 19, it's the perfect time to...

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News Releases

February 19, 2026

U of I Extension to offer free gardening programs in Stillman Valley
STILLMAN VALLEY, Ill.— The Ogle County Master Gardeners invite community members to grow their gardening knowledge through two free educational programs offered in March and May at the Julia Hull District Library, 100 Library Lane, Stillman Valley. Space is limited. Reserve your spot by calling...

February 12, 2026

New series helps residents grow groceries, saving money in the process
BOURBONAIS, Ill. — Growing affordable, fresh produce at home is something that many people are interested in, but can often feel out of reach.  Whether due to lack of experience, uncertainty about what...

February 11, 2026

Prepare for the Growing Season at Gardening for Food, Flowers, and Fun
WINNEBAGO COUNTY-  Garden enthusiasts are invited to prepare for and welcome in the growing season with University of Illinois Extension and U of I Extension Master Gardeners at Gardening for Food, Flowers, and Fun. The day will have something for every gardener in every stage of their...

February 11, 2026

Grow, Learn, and Discover at “A Day in the Garden Patch”
PONTIAC, Ill. – Gardening doesn’t have to be stressful. It offers a meaningful way to stay active, enhance the beauty of our communities, and support a healthier environment. It is perfectly okay if a plant doesn’t thrive or if a garden isn’t ...

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Videos

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...