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Exploding trees? A closer look at frost cracking
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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Herb garden becomes teaching tool and culinary resource
In 2025, a new herb garden, planted through a partnership between University of Illinois Extension and the Fulton County Farm Bureau, became the...
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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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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...
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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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Prepare for the Growing Season at Gardening for Food, Flowers, and Fun
WINNEBAGO COUNTY-  Garden enthusiasts are invited to prepare for and welcome in the growing season with University of Illinois Extension and U of I Extension Master Gardeners at Gardening for Food, Flowers, and Fun. The day will have something for every gardener in every stage of their...
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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...

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