Madison County Garden Tour this weekend
— June 22, 2023Tour beautiful gardens in the Maryville and Glen Carbon areas. Sponsored by Madison County Extension Education Foundation with support of University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners….
Tag: Home and Garden
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Help your trees survive droughts
— June 20, 2023Commonly in Illinois there are periods of drought. During these times trees need to be given special attention and monitoring. Symptoms of drought include: wilted foliage a sparse…
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Perennial herbs make great additions to any garden or landscape
— June 2, 2023Serving a dual purpose—beauty in the landscape and culinary uses in the kitchen— perennial herbs can save you money and labor. When added to existing landscapes and flower beds,…
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Realize savings on food costs with these practices
— May 22, 2023As food is necessary for everyone, it is an important expense in your regular budget. Some ways to minimize your food expenses may be to keep a list of necessary groceries and stick…
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Tips to help you organize your spring cleaning
— March 21, 2023Even though it doesn’t quite feel like spring yet, the faintest hint of warm weather makes me anxious to open my windows and doors to let the fresh air in. It also makes me itch to…
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How ants actually help peonies
— June 7, 2023In the plant world, insects can be considered either friend or foe based on their status as beneficial partners or pests. We often think of pollinators as the primary friends plants…
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Keeping everyone safe during pool season
— May 30, 2023Drowning can happen nearly anywhere with standing water, including backyard pools. It is time to reopen residential pools and get them ready for the season. The American Red Cross recommends…
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Make the most of mulch by considering these options
— April 3, 2023Every spring, gardeners turn to mulches for their landscapes and gardens for a variety of reasons. One of the main benefits of mulch is reduced soil erosion and compaction. Mulch also…
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