University of Illinois Extension showcases innovative, but practical garden plans

Skip the apps and websites, and come see inspirational garden ideas in-person at the popular Kane County Master Gardener Idea Garden in St. Charles.

The Master Gardeners will host summer open house events.

"The 2018 Idea Garden continues to showcase designs that are easy to replicate at home, but with some new featured ideas," said Sarah Fellerer, program coordinator for University of Illinois Extension. "Come see what plants work well in a moon garden or 'easy peasy' plot, and check out unique combinations of flowers, natives, herbs and vegetables in several creative themes, such as the seed savers project and the pollinator pocket. The Master Gardeners also have a corn house, an insect condominium and more."

The open houses will be hosted from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24; and Saturday, Aug. 25.

Visitors also are welcome to stop in during Master Gardener work days on other Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m.

The Kane County Master Gardener Idea Garden is at 3480 Route 38, at the intersection with Peck Road, in St. Charles. Visitors can enter via the Route 38 driveway.

If you have questions about your garden, lawn, or trees, call the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Help Desk of Kane County at (630) 584-6166, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

For information, visit web.extension.illinois.edu/dkk/kanemg.