The weather is right to get busy in the garden
— May 12, 2023As the weather warms, satisfy the garden itch by preparing the ground for planting, creating a garden plan, and planting a crop of cool-season vegetables on Mother’s Day weekend….
Tag: Spring planting
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R.F.D. NEWS & VIEWS: Planters out in force as spring arrives
— April 18, 2023Springtime means sprayers and planting equipment are out in force across Illinois. Springtime also means tornado time, unfortunately. We have reports on the start of planting season,…
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Try growing potatoes this spring
— March 20, 2022It’s almost gardening time. My family’s garden starts on April 1 with the planting of potatoes and onions. Here I will describe the procedure for successful potato production. If…
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Challenges for planting and re-greening after a flood
— May 30, 2019Floods 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…
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Super cool garden greens this chilly spring
— April 21, 2018University of Illinois Extension Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Bill Davison, says “kale is at least 30-40 percent cooler than broccoli.” The reasoning behind this prevailing…
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R.F.D. NEWS & VIEWS: Wet spring still sidelining planters
— April 26, 2022Illinois’ top farm news stories include the wet spring continuing to force farmers to keep their planters in their sheds, and a look at the corn checkoff rate increase approved last…
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Native plant gardens add beauty, environmental benefits
— May 3, 2021Those 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…
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Industrial hemp permits available in time for spring planting in Illinois
— May 5, 2019SPRINGFIELD — Farmers in Illinois can now apply for licenses to grow and process industrial hemp. Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday, April 30 licenses are available…
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