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Gardening in schools is more than a grade

— June 27, 2019

School gardens offer so much more than beautifying school grounds. Imagine being able to dig in the soil to explore its make-up instead of looking at pictures, observe firsthand the…

Eureka Library getting hands-on with tech and gardening classes
— June 20, 2019

Technically, there’s a lot happening this summer at Eureka Public Library, from 3D printing to interactive poetry. Two classes remain in the University of Illinois Extension’s summer…
Home gardening: Tips and trellising for tomato success
— June 1, 2019

Give a little time and attention to managing water, nutrition, and airflow, and you will have an ample harvest of garden tomatoes. One of the most common issues for home gardeners is…
Unity Center to host workshops meant to guide home gardeners
— April 8, 2019

The physical and nutritional benefits of keeping a vegetable garden are well documented. Spending more time outdoors, and having fresh delicious produce on-hand benefits individuals…
Illinois horticulture educator, naturalist leader retires after 30 years
— September 30, 2018

As University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Rhonda Ferree’s professional motto was “Making the world greener – one person and yard at a time.” After 30 years…

Early Childhood students learn green skills at Rooftop Garden
— June 8, 2019

“I planted those yellow flowers, and they’re growing!” five-year-old Leah Sidarous said with excitement. On Fridays throughout summer, Sidarous and her friends attending the Southern…
Challenges for planting and re-greening after a flood
— May 30, 2019

Floods can devastate your home and property, including your lawn and garden. A flooded yard is a frightening and messy experience. In just a few minutes, your carefully planted garden…
Kick off spring with A Day in the Garden Patch
— March 16, 2019

University of Illinois Extension Livingston County Master Gardeners would like to welcome spring after a long winter with “A Day in the Garden Patch from 9 a.m. to Noon on Saturday,…