Illinois, nicknamed the Prairie State by early settlers, once was dominated by a tallgrass prairie ecosystem. Prairies are characterized by deep, fertile soils that are the result of thousands of ...

During the heat of summer, when the rain stops coming down and the ground is dry, it's a good idea to keep your lawn longer --around 4 inches. As the season changes to cooler temperatures and more ...

Soybean seed selection drives yield and resilience. Learn which factors to consider to best manage disease, pests and ...

As cooler weather arrives and you prepare to put your mower in the garage for the winter, don’t turn your attention away from ...

Growing a healthy lawn in a more sustainable manner is better for the environment and can also help reduce maintenance. A healthy lawn starts with selecting the right grass seed. Photo by Outsidepride ...

When weeds do appear, remove them before they flower. Deep-rooted weeds can be pulled using a stick weeder or pointed, narrow ...