horticulture educator Archives

Tips on creating an evening moonlight garden

— May 11, 2021

Gardeners who look forward to enjoying their landscapes during warm summer nights should consider creating a moonlight garden that extends the experience late into the evening. “Moonlight…

Native plant gardens add beauty, environmental benefits
— May 3, 2021

Those who love gardening, wildflowers, or who are tired of mowing expansive lawns should consider creating a native plant garden. Gemini Bhalsod, a horticulture educator with…
Expert says time is right to plant cool season vegetables
— March 16, 2021

Across Illinois, experienced gardeners are blocking dates on their calendars based on expected thaw dates and anticipated harvest times. Hardy vegetables can be planted as soon as the…
Find beauty in your home garden during ‘dog days’ of August
— August 1, 2020

Summer gardens are entering the hot days of August when watering needs dramatically increase and many plants experience stress from the heat. “Every year, we notice that certain…

Applications for master gardener training available online
— April 16, 2021

You don’t have to be a gardening expert to become a master gardener. All you need is an interest in gardening and a desire to share your knowledge with others. The Master Gardener…
Grow your green thumb with free online gardening classes
— March 12, 2021

Brush off the trowel and get ready for spring with University of Illinois Extension’s Four Seasons Gardening series starting in March. Four Seasons Gardening is one of Illinois…
Tazewell County news briefs
— September 25, 2019

TAZEWELL Extension team adds new horticulture educator University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit said Nicole Flowers-Kimmerle of East Peoria has joined the…