What’s in a prairie? More than meets the eye, say Illinois plant ecologists Jeffrey Matthews and Jack Zinnen. Midwest ...

Growing native plants and eradicating invasive ones is a challenging part of restoration projects. Even when done well, ...

A two-day program by University of Illinois Extension is intended to help people learn how to manage invasive plant species.

A woman who replaced her front lawn with native plants was issued a fine because officials said it was too ugly. CBS News New ...

Lightning bug populations may be on the decline in Illinois and the U.S. Here's a look at why and how you can help.

E vening primrose is a pretty native flowering plant that seems perfect for a cottage garden or to fill in a raised bed. But ...

No-till and cover crops are among the best ways to counter topsoil erosion, but Trump administration may reduce federal ...

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in “Introduction to Invasive Species Management,” a two-day hy ...

Homewood’s Green Thumb Saturday event held at Homewood’s Village Hall on Chestnut Road focused on native tree planting.

Whether you are a native plant enthusiast, friend, neighbor, or a gardener of all kinds, you are invited to attend a free garden tour on Friday afternoon in downtown Alton.

Native insects have evolved along with native plants, so they recognize them as food. Filling a garden with exotic plants ...

Nuclear plant deal sets stage for AI billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg to reshape Illinois energy policy ...