Horticulture

Events

Locally Led Conservation with Piatt County SWCD

February 17, 2026

Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

February 17, 2026

County

Fulton

Mason

Peoria

Tazewell

Fruit Tree Pruning

February 20, 2026

County

Macon

Rooted

February 21, 2026

County

DuPage

Kane

Kendall

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Blog Posts

Exploding trees? A closer look at frost cracking

January 30, 2026

Exploding trees made quite a few headlines this past week when winter temperatures dropped across much of the country. While the claim of trees...

Mixed bouquet of pink and white flowers wrapped in paper on a wooden table surrounded by other flowers ready for a bouquet

Bright Blooms: How to Care for Flower Bouquets

February 13, 2026

A fresh bouquet instantly brightens a room and a mood, but keeping those flowers vibrant takes a little know-how. With the right care, the vase life...

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...

wine-red spathes of skunk cabbage emerging from the snow

Skunk cabbage: Spring’s earliest and hottest native plant

February 6, 2026

The cold winter temperatures may make it seem like spring is a long way off, but before we know it, spring will arrive, bringing warmer temperatures...

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News Releases

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...

A heart shaped design made from willow branches hanging outdoors as decor

January 29, 2026

Embrace nature’s snowy season with Illinois Extension Four Seasons winter webinars
URBANA, Ill. — With a bit of creativity and planning, winter activities can still include nature. Stay indoors and out of the cold with new webinars from University of Illinois Extension’s...

January 21, 2026

Your Best Garden Starts Here—Register for Home, Lawn, and Garden Day!
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Cold temperatures may be keeping us indoors, but spring is just around the corner—a season many of us eagerly await as we look forward to getting back into our gardens. The good news is...

November 24, 2025

Make Memories That Last: Festive Ornament Workshops in December
The holidays are the perfect time to get creative—and what better way to do that than with a hands-on horticulture project? University of Illinois Extension invites you to join us for festive workshops designed to bring nature indoors and add a personal touch to your holiday décor....

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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...