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Bloom into Spring at Home, Lawn and Garden Day 2026
Get ready to shake off winter and welcome spring! Picture a lively gathering of gardeners eager for the season ahead, hallways filled with local...
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A look at Illinois’ native conifers
I have always marveled at pinecones and the seeds of other conifers. Whether I was picking them up for a “collection” as a kid or watching them...
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Holly for the holidays
Evergreen holly species have long been a symbol of Christmas and other winter holidays and traditions. The dark green, prickly foliage, combined...
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Conservation@Home inspires action across Central Illinois
University of Illinois Extension deepened its commitment to local conservation through a year of engaging, community-rooted ...
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McHenry County Farm Stroll 2023
McHenry County Farm Stroll 2023 Offers Tours of 11 Family-Owned Small Farms and McHenry County College Student Farm Woodstock, Ill. – Come out for an autumn day in the country! On Sunday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., McHenry County will host its annual Farm Stroll, a free self-...
Gardening for Food, Flowers, and Fun
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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Grow, Learn, and Discover at “A Day in the Garden Patch”
PONTIAC, Ill. – Gardening doesn’t have to be stressful. It offers a meaningful way to stay active, enhance the beauty of our communities, and support a healthier environment. It is perfectly okay if a plant doesn’t thrive or if a garden isn’t ...
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