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Ready, Set, Grow | Eco-friendly garden tips for Earth Day
Weather
How weather can make it difficult for insects to pollinate our plants
If it's too warm or too wet, flowers and other plants may miss their opportunity to be pollinated
Home Garden
Ready, Set, Grow | What to plant in April
April may seem too early to get into the garden, but there are certain flowers and crops that should be planted now. What to tackle on your to-do list and more.
Ask Andrew
Warming up: Plant zone shifts northward in Quad Cities region
The USDA recently updated its plant hardiness zone that indicates which type of perennials will survive certain weather conditions throughout the year.
Local News
Pandemic-induced gardening craze continues for Quad Cities groups
According to the National Gardening Association's 2023 National Gardening Survey, spending on lawn and gardening rose to an average of $616 per household in 2022.
Home Garden
Ready, Set, Grow | Easter lilies and spring flowers
Spring is here and it is time to enjoy the flowers. Where tulips, bluebonnets and wildflowers can be seen in the U.S., plus your guide to Easter lilies.
Local News
Get your green thumb ready: Rock Island libraries opening Seed Library for gardening season
As gardeners throughout the Quad Cities get ready to plant for the season, the Rock Island Library has a resource that can help bring some extra green to your soil.
Home Garden
Ready, Set, Grow | Planning your spring garden
Now is the time to start planning your spring garden. A look at everything you need to know about starting seeds and getting your lawn in order.
Plants and Garden
Could morel mushrooms appear early this year? | Plants & Garden with Craig Feb. 21, 2024, Part 2
News 8's plants and garden expert Craig Hignight answers your questions on Facebook Live.
Plants and Garden
Is it too early to uncover strawberry plants? | Plants & Garden with Craig Feb. 21, 2024, Part 1
News 8's plants and garden expert Craig Hignight answers your questions on Facebook Live.
Plants and Garden
Cultivating your vegetables from seed vs. buying plants
Five veggies that are easy to grow from seed, and five that will give you trouble.
Plants and Garden
How soon to put down grass seed | Plants & Garden with Craig Feb. 14, 2024, Part 2
News 8's plants and garden expert Craig Hignight answers your questions on Facebook Live.
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