THE FOLLOWING IS A UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION RELEASE
MONTICELLO, Ill. — Pumpkins have captivated people for years. From the traditional jack-o’ lanterns to the holiday pies, these fruits have become the symbol of fall. Join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners for the November Growing Community program to learn how to grow the perfect pumpkin.
Pumpkins Beyond the Patch will be at noon on Nov. 19 at the Piatt County Extension Office, 210 S. Market St. Master Gardener volunteers will share tips on seed selection, planting, pollination, and harvesting. Participants will also explore best practices for pest and disease control to ensure healthy vines and improve overall yield.
This program is perfect for the seasoned gardener or anyone who wants to grow impressive pumpkins. There is no charge to attend, but advanced registration is requested by November 18 at go.illinois.edu/BeyondthePatch.
University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call 217-762-2191. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
SOURCE: Beth Miglin, Horticulture Program Coordinator, University of Illinois Extension
WRITER: Maria Lightner, Marketing and Communications, University of Illinois Extension
About Extension
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state’s land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy. Learn more at extension.illinois.edu.
