What happens to the ground underneath solar panels? Explore emerging information around solar development and soil health, ...

Repotting that houseplant has been on your to-do list, so add in some background gardening talk to set the tone for a fall ...

Learn how using herbs and spices can amp up the flavor and help home cooks use less fat, sugar, and salt. Registration ends ...

Recently, North Carolina 4-H called him back to honor his work and dedication to agriculture and their program by inducting ...

University of Illinois Extension celebrated the launch of a new Center focused on food, nutrition, and health at an event ...

Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a popular and iconic native and a mainstay of my plant palette for the garden. It’s one of the first native plants I began to incorporate into my own gardens ...

Many people recognize bush honeysuckles (Lonicera maackii, L. tatarica, etc.) and autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) as invasive species. Still, some lesser‑known plants are also on Illinois’ invasive ...

When you think of growing fruits and vegetables, you probably think about putting plants in the ground or into pots. However, you don’t always need ‘dirt’ to grow plants. In a hydroponic system, soil ...

Warm fall hues of chrysanthemums and asters will soon brighten the aisles of local garden centers. As summer gardens begin to fade, these trusty autumn bloomers offer a vibrant splash of color — ...

Columbines are popular garden plants. They can be found in a variety of colors, ranging from red, pink, yellow, white, purple, and blue, and they can help fill the gap between early spring blooming ...

URBANA, Ill. — Dust storms have become an increasing concern in Illinois, prompting investigations into their causes and potential solutions. These weather events have resulted in fatalities, ...

As we creep toward spring, many gardeners begin to get the urge to get out in the garden. Seed starting and garden planning activities are well underway. One gardening technique that many gardeners ...