The Master Gardeners at the University of Illinois Extension want to help you handle the recent dry weather when it comes to gardening.  The dry and hot conditions in recent days are a strong contrast to the frequent rains in the spring.  The particular weather now, along with the general inconsistency all through 2025, can make successful gardening quite difficult.  Fortunately, the Master Gardeners are always on hand to provide their insights.  In addition, they along with the Extension as a whole have several fun educational events on the horizon. 

Gwen Podeschi and Sandi Klein are among the Master Gardeners.  They remind gardeners to take care of themselves as well amid the conditions.

As for what to do next, that depends largely on what is forecasted.  Even Podeschi and Klein are still figuring that out for themselves. 

The Extension is looking to promote their services by way of a program they’re calling “Taste Of The Extension.”  It’s scheduled for Friday, October 24 from 4:30-7 p.m. at their Taylorville office at 1120 North Webster Street.  

More information on the University of Illinois Extension and Taste Of The Extension is at extension.illinois.edu.

Gwen Podeschi and Sandi Klein appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.