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Identification of Illinois' Native Oak Species | Forestry Spring Webinar Series

 Can you name all 20 oak species native to Illinois?

Illinois forests are incredibly diverse.  Oaks are a diverse and ecologically important tree group in Illinois.  This presentation will review…

Native Plants: Sequence of Blooms

Add native plants to your home landscape.

Native plants are essential components of a sustainable landscape, and many offer blooms to brighten any garden. Explore a selection of Illinois native…

Invasive Species of Illinois' Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands | Forestry Spring Webinar Series

What lurks under the surface?

Aquatic invasive species (AIS) may seem like Creatures of the Black Lagoon, but the impacts of these introduced plants and animals on Illinois' rivers, lakes, and…

Introduction to Tree Physiology | Forestry Spring Webinar Series

Have you ever wondered how a tree grows?

Physiology of woody plants is a big topic and you can find yourself diving into countless rabbit holes. Let’s start with some of the basics. What are the…

Forests, Moths, Birds, & Bats, Oh My! | Forestry Spring Webinar Series

Forests, Moths, Birds, & Bats, Oh My! 

Forests serve as important habitat for many species of conservation concern, including several bats and birds as well as the food sources they depend…

Invasive Plants: Beyond Outlawed

Find alternatives for plants with troublesome tendencies.

Plants that display a specific set of criteria can land on regulated federal and state invasive plant lists — but not all that meet those…