Champaign County Master Gardener's Plant Trial Program
Like clockwork, the Champaign County Master Gardeners (CCMG) moved hundreds of plants from the greenhouse out to the Idea Garden on University of...
News Releases
Growing Spaces for Vegetable Gardens in Raised Beds and Containers
Don’t have usable space in the ground to grow your vegetables? With Spring upon us, and rising grocery costs, both new gardeners and old gardeners alike are planning what foods can be grown at home. Learn how to use above ground growing systems for safe and fruitful production of your favorite...
Kendall County Master Gardener Help Desk opens for 2023
YORKVILLE, Ill. – Spring marks the annual reopening of the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Help Desk in Kendall County. Each growing season, trained volunteers field questions on trees, shrubs, lawns, flowers, vegetables, and other plant-related topics from residents and...
Container Garden Workshop
With Spring right around the corner, you may be thinking about getting outdoors. What better way to enjoy your outdoor space than adding to your landscape with beautiful Container Gardens. Learn how to select, plant, and maintain a container garden all season long. Turn trash into treasure or...
Be a Bargain Gardener
Bargains can be found in the garden too! Don’t let a limited budget keep you out of the garden. Find out how gardens can be simple, fun, and inexpensive. Master Gardeners from University of Illinois Extension will be providing workshops entitled Bargain Gardens at several locations. You’ll...
Master Gardeners take an active role to address food security and access
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - In 2022, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) serving in Futon, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell counties were challenged to dedicate a portion of their volunteer time and continuing education for...