Tree planting scheme benefits community garden

Tree planting scheme benefits community garden

A community garden will be blooming with life for years to come after receiving a donation of 20 new fruit trees.

University of Illinois Extension Hosts 4-H Tree Planting Activity

DURAND, Ill. — The University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H Program, along with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County and Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District, partnered to host a tree planting event at the Laona Heights Forest Preserve on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Winnebago County 4-H program coordinator Rob Wiener welcomed the group, and led a discussion on the benefits that oak trees provide for the ecosystem.  “In the past, o…

Celebrating trees in the city in May

Community planting, opera under the trees, yoga in nature and composting workshops are all taking place in the City of Perth this May, as part of the City of Perth’s third annual Tree Month.Tree Month launches with a community tree planting event at Wellington Square, the first of multiple planting days where the community can come together to grow our tree canopy, connect with nature and learn more about the environment. City of Perth Deputy Lo…