Horticulture

Events

Rural Roots Family Fun Day

May 28, 2026

County

Stark

Master Gardener Help Desk

May 28, 2026

County

Christian

Conservation Tours

May 30, 2026

County

McDonough

Growing Microgreens and Herbs Indoors

June 2, 2026

County

Macoupin

Jersey

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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...

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What’s causing the circles in my lawn? Fairy rings

May 22, 2026

Have you ever noticed a near-perfect circle of lush green grass or a ring of mushrooms growing in a lawn? While these patterns may seem concerning or...

orange ditch lilies spreading through dense green foliage

Landscapes that support life: Replacing invasives with natives

May 14, 2026

Many people recognize bush honeysuckles (Lonicera maackii, L. tatarica, etc.) and autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) as invasive...

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Shooting stars on a remnant prairie

May 15, 2026

The other day I was traveling for work and found myself near a remnant prairie with a few minutes to spare, so I had no choice but to stop for a walk...

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News Releases

People riding on a seated trailer being pulled around a field day event by a green tractor.

May 15, 2026

ACES Agronomy Days series returns to University of Illinois
With summer just around the corner, Agronomy Days will soon return to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The season-long series teaches Illinois growers the latest...

Six people, some wearing branded University of Illinois apparel, stand inside a greenhouse

April 24, 2026

“The kitchen table of the University:" Statewide tour highlights Extension’s local impact
JOLIET, Ill. — From neighborhood gardens to community partnerships, University of Illinois Extension is helping residents access research-based solutions close to home. Members of the Illinois Extension leadership team saw that work firsthand during...

A large lecture room filled with people listening to a gardening presentation.

April 6, 2026

Community Turns Out for 28th Annual Gardener’s Day in Macomb
Macomb, IL — The 28th Annual Gardener’s Day brought together nearly 100 gardening enthusiasts on March 28, 2026, at the Spoon River College Outreach Center in Macomb. Hosted by University of Illinois Extension and the McDonough County Master Gardeners, the daylong event offered...

woman in greenhouse porch making a phone call

February 28, 2026

Horticulture Helpline: Support for Your Gardening Questions
The Horticulture Helpline is gearing up to help you get your gardening questions answered this spring. As planting season begins, Illinois Extension Master Gardeners are ready with trusted advice and the latest research‑based information and resources. You can reach the helpline in several ways...

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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...