Blog Posts

ZZ plant in white pot in front of a picture window winter scene outdoors
Read article: Houseplant spotlight: the ZZ plant
Houseplant spotlight: the ZZ plant
During these dormant months, my houseplants are receiving more of my attention than they usually get (which is usually very little). While watering...
Jonathan Jackson
Read article: Welcome, Jonathan Jackson!
Welcome, Jonathan Jackson!
The Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) at the University of Illinois has recently filled a...
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Read article: Jean Miles retires after 28 years with Pesticide Safety Education Program
Jean Miles retires after 28 years with Pesticide Safety Education Program
Jean Miles never liked any attention being placed on her, but she deserves some. She quietly retired this past March just as our busy clinic season...
Goldenrod soldier beetles on goldenrod blossoms
Read article: Fall flower visitors – Goldenrod soldier beetles
Fall flower visitors – Goldenrod soldier beetles
As fall approaches, our landscapes begin to transition. Summer bloomers like purple coneflower, prairie blazing star, and milkweeds begin to fade...

News Releases

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Helpline answers Home Gardening Questions
Have a gardening question?  The Master Gardener Helpline at the University of Illinois Extension is open for the season. Designed to help the home gardener with their questions, the helpline is staffed with Master Gardener volunteers who will provide a research-based...