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Events

Joys of Gardening

February 28, 2026

County

Stephenson

Big & Small Gardening

March 3, 2026

County

Lee

Carroll

Whiteside

Birds in the Garden: Creating and Enjoying a Bird Oasis

March 3, 2026

County

Lake

2026 Gateway Green Conference

March 4, 2026

County

Madison

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Blog Posts

Conservation@Home Member Spotlight: Joyce and Gordon Wassell

February 18, 2026

By Megan Todd, Extension Master Gardener, Serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell countiesDriving up the street in a Morton subdivision...

wine-red spathes of skunk cabbage emerging from the snow

Skunk cabbage: Spring’s earliest and hottest native plant

February 6, 2026

The cold winter temperatures may make it seem like spring is a long way off, but before we know it, spring will arrive, bringing warmer temperatures...

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New Year's resolutions of a gardener

January 2, 2026

The New Year brings fresh traditions, opportunities, and resolutions. For gardeners, it also signals the start of a new growing season. Why not set a...

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Start a native prairie garden using seeds

October 31, 2025

Many homeowners are beginning to incorporate more native plantings into their home landscapes. There can be a variety of reasons people choose to...

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News Releases

February 20, 2026

Lake County Welcomes First Class of Master Naturalists
Grayslake, IL  —The University of Illinois Extension officially launched the Master Naturalist program in Lake County in 2025, with 24 individuals completing the classroom portion of their training in the fall. Over the course of 12 weeks, trainees participated in...

February 17, 2026

Boone County Master Gardeners to offer free March gardening programs at Ida Public Library
BELVIDERE, Ill.— The Boone County Master Gardeners invite community members to grow their gardening knowledge this spring through two free educational programs offered in March at the Ida Public Library, 320 N. State Street, Belvidere. Space is limited. Reserve their spot by calling the...

February 17, 2026

U of I Extension offering Master Naturalist training in Oregon
OREGON, Ill.— Individuals who are passionate about nature, conservation, and strengthening their communities are invited to apply for the Illinois Master Naturalist Program, now accepting registrations for its Spring 2026 training cohort. Pre‑registration is required by March 13. Contact...

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February 5, 2026

Dig into spring gardening with confidence at local gardening programs
URBANA, Ill. — Gardening is an ever-evolving journey, and each growing season brings fresh experiences and strategies for both new and veteran gardeners. This spring, learn more gardening techniques and grow...

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Videos

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...

Tricky Pollinator Questions and Answers

Are my annual plants “junk food” for bees? Can I help pollinators by not mowing my lawn? How can I help pollinators thrive if I don’t have a garden? This presentation explorespollinator questions that have nuanced, uncertain, or controversial answers.