University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce Gardening for Food, Flowers & Fun, an event that offers gardening tips for the growing season. Join us for this early rite of spring - an ...

From the birthplace of ecological restoration to the largest and most diverse collection of woody plants in Wisconsin, the arboretum has been a vital part of the Wisconsin landscape since its ...

The Conservation @ Home program, offered by the Conservation Foundation and University of Illinois Extension, helps central Illinois homeowners make their yards more eco-friendly. The program guides ...

Growing small fruits in the home garden offers many advantages to a gardener who is willing to pro- vide the space and care plants require. All major small fruits, including strawberries, raspberries, ...

To my fellow Illinois gardeners – I know these cold winter days can feel long and dreary. One way to combat the winter blues is by propagating your houseplants. After all, your houseplants are stuck ...

Get ready for the 2025 gardening season by joining us for Gardener’s Day! This year’s presentation will cover backyard composting, beneficial plants we commonly think of as weeds, and managing pests ...

With the quick twist of a handle, water is easily available whenever we need it for drinking, cooking, bathing, washing, and ...

Learning about wildflowers increases appreciation for nature and supports the conservation of native plants. Nature enthusiasts and flower lovers are invited to experience the beauty of spring during ...

This course is only for K-12 school food service professionals. In Illinois, a Certified Food Protection Manager must be on-site any time food is being prepared and served. University of Illinois ...

The Refuge Food Forest is quiet. The hum of summer insects among the fruit trees has disappeared, the leaves have all fallen, and their dormant branches stand bare against a cold blue sky. Now is the ...

“It wouldn't be too bad outside if it weren't for the wind...” What a wonderful Midwest saying as we are gearing up for the best season for wind. March is the windiest month of the year in Bloomington ...