URBANA – As the cold weather continues, it’s time to stay indoors. Learn how to take care of houseplants, protect wildlife and prepare for spring gardening trends in Gardening in the Air, a webinar series offered by University of Illinois Extension and Iowa University Extension.
Hear from experts from both institutions who will present multiple winter gardening topics with online sessions at 9 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5. Topics include:
Wildlife
• 9 to 10 a.m. Native Shrubs and Wildlife Benefits
• 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Move Beyond the Lawn! Small Scale Prairie Restorations for Pollinators and Other Wildlife
• 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Taking Action for Native Bees
Houseplants
• 9 to 10 a.m. Plant Propagation Techniques for the Home: Indoors and Out
• 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Diagnosing Indoor Plant Problems: Troubleshooting Common Issues with Houseplants
• 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kokedama String Gardening
Spring Trends
• 9 to 10 a.m. Trees that Pop in the Spring!
• 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Tree Pruning Tips
• 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2022 Cool Kid in the Garden
Sessions are free, but a donation is appreciated. Access links and handouts will be provided upon registration. Register for one class or the whole series in advance at go.illinois.edu/GIAsignup2022.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, or for more information, contact Tracy Mulliken at tmully@illinois.edu.