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Periodical cicadas in Illinois in 2024. A black cicada with orange wings and red eyes rests on a green leaf
Read article: The cicadas are coming! Periodical cicadas in Illinois in 2024
The cicadas are coming! Periodical cicadas in Illinois in 2024
Can you hear them? Probably not yet, but soon, Illinois will be awash in the songs of periodical cicadas. This year (2024) is a big year for...
tree with sunshine coming through the leaves
Read article: Branching Out: Launch your book journey into the world of trees
Branching Out: Launch your book journey into the world of trees
Are you curious about trees, their hidden stories, their ecological significance, and how they shape our world? If so, join us as we start our 2024...
A woman in a vest, long sleeved flannel shirt and gloves prunes a tree branch with hand clippers
Read article: Late winter tree care sets the foundation for trees to thrive
Late winter tree care sets the foundation for trees to thrive
Late winter and early spring are critical transition periods for trees, making the shift from dormancy to active growth. Proper care during these...
Proper pruning is an act of love young woman pruning tree with pruners
Read article: Proper pruning is an act of love
Proper pruning is an act of love
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I want to share one of my great horticulture loves with you all…pruning. I love the idea of it, the exercise of...

News Releases

Row of blooming Callery pear trees
Six replacement trees for invasive Callery pear
URBANA, Ill. — Now considered an invasive species, Callery pear is a widely used ornamental flowering tree with negative effects on native ecosystems. The tree is still bought, sold, and planted because it has not yet made the...
Row of green evergreens and shrubs planted as a windbreak in a yard.
Discover added benefits to planting windbreaks
URBANA, Ill. — Windbreaks are utilized as critical components of agriculture worldwide and have been for centuries. Traditionally, windbreaks are linear plantings layered with trees and shrubs primarily designed to reduce wind speeds. Also known as shelterbelts, windbreaks have the potential to...
An oak tree leaf in the sun.
Enjoy nature during tree identification walks at Riverside Park
Enjoy nature during tree identification walks at Riverside Park MURPHYSBORO, Ill. –Did you know 14 different tree species can be found at Riverside Park in Murphysboro? Explore them all during a series of tree identification walks in May, June, and October. Join...

Videos

Be Safe When Trimming Trees Near Power Lines

Trees and power lines often find themselves mingling together causing safety concerns and requiring a utility’s attention. Oftentimes people aren’t happy about what has to happen next. From funny shaped trees to proper trimming techniques to picking out the right tree to plant around lines, this...

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