University of Illinois Extension serves Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties. We will offer face-to-face, Master Gardener Training on Tuesdays, from August 28,through November 13, 2018. Training is from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the LOTS Building, 210 E. Progress Drive, Dixon, IL. Please register by Monday, August 27. Master
Take a leap off the beaten path and discover an art gallery without walls at the Clinton Community College Bickelhaupt Arboretum during Arts at the Arb 2018. The Clinton community is incredibly fortunate to have an annual art event that brings art into our lives in such an accessible way.
Whiteside Master Gardeners will be hosting a gardening workshop on Saturday, July 28, 2018, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the Whiteside Extension Office, 12923 Lawrence Road, Sterling, IL 61081. There will be topics of interest for everyone from the novice to expert gardener. Individuals of all ages will learn
Clinton Community College Bickelhaupt Arboretum and Clinton Trees Forever is hosting an educational and fun-filled day at the Chicago Botanical Gardens on Saturday, July 28, 2018. The bus trip will feature Herb Garden Displays, Garden Chef Class, and herbs for sale. Cost of the Chicago Botanical Gardens Bus Trip is
The University of Illinois Extension Offices in Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties are accepting applications for the 2018 Master Gardener Certification Course. Certified Master Gardeners are an integral part of the education outreach initiatives of the Extension Office. The Master Gardener mission is helping others learn to grow.
The University of Illinois Extension Office in Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties are accepting applications for the 2018 Master Gardener Certification Course. Certified Master Gardeners are an integral part of the education outreach initiatives of the Extension Office. The Master Gardener mission is helping others learn to grow.
Local training classes will be held at Lee-Ogle Transportation System, located at 210 East Progress Dr. Dixon, IL, beginning August 28, 2018. Classes will be Tuesday’s from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through November 13. Class topics include: botany soils and fertilizer ornamental grasses and landscape design vegetables fruits insects
CGH Auxiliary will host the Distinctive Gardens Spring Plant Sale on Friday, May 4, 2018, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will be located in the CGH Medical Center Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL. Featured are hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, container gardens, and more. For more
What is causing my plants to die? Will these insects destroy my vegetable garden? What perennials are best suited for my yard? What tree will give me the best shade? How much fertilizer should I put on my yard? If these questions bothered you last year or might pertain to
Following the theme of the Bicentennial Anniversary for the State of Illinois, the Volunteer Miller program for April focuses on native grasslands that dominated this Midwest landscape at one time. The presentation will begin at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue,
Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District sells native wildflowers each spring. Place an order by Friday, March 30, 2018, for Rattlesnake Master; Butterfly Weed; Pale Purple and Yellow Coneflowers; Prairie Blazing Star; Wild Bergamot. Each specimen sells for $4 and will be delivered in May. Print the order form
University of Illinois Extension will sponsor a Question and Answer session at the Fulton, IL, Schmaling Public Library, 501 Tenth Avenue. A local Master Gardener, Judy Holesinger, will be available on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., to discuss basic tips on spring garden techniques. Fundamentals of
Rock Island County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a spring tree and native plant sale to promote conservation–including backyard conservation. Consider planting native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses to promote diversity and wildlife habitat on your acreage or in your backyard. Rock Island County SWCD is taking orders
University of Illinois Extension has several upcoming opportunities to learn about plants, soils, and starting a garden. Four Seasons Horticulture Webinar Winter Series–Tuesday, March 13, and Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at 1:30 p.m., at Whiteside Extension Office, Sterling, IL. Four Seasons Gardening, presented by University of Illinois Extension, includes a
Editor’s note: The photograph of a caterpillar’s feet was taken by Tonya Wilhelm. Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties in cooperation with Sauk Valley Community College, on Saturday, March 17, 2018, for this one-day horticulture workshop. Participants will hear keynote presenter Sandra Mason, State Master