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Nature Photography for Long Winter Days
Nature Photography for Long Winter Days
It is official, winter is upon us. The holiday season has come and gone, the calendar has turned over to a new year, and much of the Midwest is...
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From Seed Catalogs to Garden: Picking the Right Tomato Seeds
After a lovely winter break, I returned to the office with a stack of seed catalogs begging me to order more seeds. I already have hundreds of...
From garden to kitchen: the versatility of peppermint image of peppermint leaves and red and white peppermint candy
From garden to kitchen: The versatility of peppermint
Although the weather outside may be frightful, the Good Growing team wants to wish you and yours a season of peace, joy, and rest. Enjoy this final...
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Solstice Celebrations: Why gardeners embrace the shortest day of the year
Welcome to astronomical winter! Our calendars mark the beginning of winter as December 21 (sometimes the 22) because of where Earth is in its orbit...
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Register now for the Annual Joys of Gardening
Mark your calendars for the 27th annual Joys of Gardening program offered by the University of Illinois Extension and the U of I Extension Master Gardeners.  Slated for Saturday, February 22, at the Highland Community College Student Conference Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport,...
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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...

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’...

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Travis Burke

Travis Burke

Assistant Dean, Agriculture/Agri-Business Program Leader
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