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Cereal rye cover crop growing in a garden
Getting started with cover crops in the garden
Cover crops have been used for thousands of years and have seen a resurgence in recent years. While we usually think of cover crops in production...
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Creating a backyard salsa garden
Salsa might be my favorite condiment. Nowadays, there are so many different types of salsas. Salsa is everywhere! I have used it on breakfast foods,...
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Big flavor, small size: why snacking peppers belong in your garden
Peppers are a staple for many summer gardens, yet high heat combined with humidity can challenge plant performance. While peppers are often...
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How to prepare a vegetable garden bed
Spring has officially sprung in northern Illinois, and with it comes the excitement and opportunity of a new gardening season. Before seeds and...
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Master Gardeners invest in accessible gardens at local nursing home
PEKIN, Ill. - When Hallmark House physical therapist and University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Vic Harting looked at the outdoor spaces surrounding the nursing home, she saw more than landscaping. She saw an opportunity to create meaningful moments of connection for individuals who...
Woman showing gardeners a pollinator garden.
Grow healthier ecosystems at home this pollinator month
URBANA, Ill. — Planting native flowers in a backyard, patio container, or community garden can provide critical food and habitat for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. This June, in recognition of National Pollinator Month, University of Illinois Extension encourages community members to...
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Videos
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...

Themed Gardens: Design with Kids in Mind

 

Foster the love of gardening with the youth in your life by creating theme gardens. Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Brittnay Haag as she shares ideas and tips for creating a special place for your young, hands-on learner to grow, explore, and be creative. Whether it’...
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