2026 Gardeners Day

The 2026 Calhoun, Cass, Greene, Morgan, & Scott County Gardener’s Day will be Saturday, March 28, from 9 am to noon at the Morgan County Extension Office, 104 N Westgate Ave., Jacksonville.

Deep Roots, Strong Shoots: Tree Care after Planting

Planting is just the beginning for healthy trees, they will need proper care to thrive. Discover essential post-planting practices from watering to mulching to spotting stress and disease early. Learn how to give young trees the best chance for long-term success with expert tips and trusted resources.

Gardening 101
Learn the basics of gardening from where to put a garden, how to build a garden, garden layout, and pest management.

Garden planning with native plants
Designing a beautiful, resilient garden starts with choosing the right plants. Learn how to plan and create a landscape that supports pollinators, conserves natural resources, and provides year‑round visual interest by incorporating native plants.

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As part of our commitment to providing equal opportunities in our programming, University of Illinois Extension is required to collect and report overall statistics about the race, ethnicity, and gender of program participants. Your responses are voluntary and appreciated.

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No refunds will be available after Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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