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Read article: Native garden design made simple
Native garden design made simple
Gardening with native plants is an ever-increasing trend nationwide as many folks seek an ecological alternative to our traditional non-native...
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Read article: New reading series launched focused on habitat gardens
New reading series launched focused on habitat gardens
Are you interested in learning how to take steps to create a home landscape that is not only beautiful, but also provides ecological benefits for the...
Bradbury Bee Balm.
Read article: Fall's final flourish: Native plants for late-season color
Fall's final flourish: Native plants for late-season color
These days, the best way to see the lingering fall colors is by looking at the ground.  Most of our trees have dropped their leaves, but color...
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Read article: How sunlight can change tree shape
How sunlight can change tree shape
Several years ago, we had an extra pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba) after all the plants were distributed at the East Central Illinois Master...

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Managing Your Winter Landscape to Support Wildlife
Winter can be a challenging season for wildlife, but with thoughtful landscaping practices, homeowners can create spaces that nurture birds, insects, and other creatures. By providing food, shelter, and overwintering habitats, you can ensure your yard is a haven for wildlife while enriching your...
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Consider plants with winter interest in landscapes
URBANA, Ill. — Sitting by the crackling fireplace, wrapped in a cozy blanket inside our homes this winter, the appreciation for the outdoors is limited to the scenes framed by a frosty windowpane. Consider incorporating some plants into the landscape that create dazzling winter interest with...
Up close view of light purple berries growing on a green beautyberry plant.
Garden into fall with tips, plants built for seasonal design
URBANA, Ill. — Fall can be a surprise when it arrives, but planning for the seasonal transition can keep the garden looking great until frost.Most gardeners can show their success by battling the summer temperatures, sometimes watering twice daily to keep the plants alive. As summer...