Gobble up these fun facts about turkeys
— November 18, 2018Before sitting down with family and friends to feast and give thanks this week, get a crash course in fun facts and history of Thanksgiving and our favorite holiday bird The…
Tag: University of Illinois Extension
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Illinois horticulture educator, naturalist leader retires after 30 years
— September 30, 2018As 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…
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Getting herbs from the garden ready for winter use
— September 19, 2018Enjoy homegrown herbs all year long by harvesting and drying them for tasty teas and added flavor for many meals. For example, University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator…
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Go fresh and grow your own strawberries
— June 9, 2018Have you had fresh strawberries yet this year? They are great when eaten fresh from the garden, and it is easy to grow your own. If you don’t grow them yet, consider planting some…
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Be creative with space for vegetable gardens
— May 19, 2018Most people grow vegetables in traditional gardens in rows. Large gardens can seem overwhelming, especially during the heat of summer or after a vacation. If you don’t have space…
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Teens compete at Illinois 4-H archery tournament
— September 23, 2018Archery is a sport where the competition is against you and a target, except when your brother is competing right next to you. Then, it becomes a sibling rivalry. Forty teen archers,…
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Late summer days bring unwanted, invasive pests
— August 17, 2018With the end of summer approaching, homeowners may start noticing some unwanted house guests. There are a number of pests that will be looking to invade homes during the cooler…
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How to choose the best mulch for home landscaping
— May 31, 2018As spring blooms and summer nears, we are poking around the garden to prepare things for the growing season. What many homeowners find is their mulch needs refreshing. But, what mulch…
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