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Christmas cactus holiday gift that keeps on giving

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By Kelly Allsup, Horticulture Educator, Illinois Extension With their vibrant, floral displays and low-maintenance needs, holiday cacti are a great holiday gift. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter cactus are each different species. They bloom reliably each year without much up-keep. “Every December, one plant in my office comes to life despite...

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Tiny sweat bees bring importance to healthy ecosystem

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Although the bumblebee is likely the most well-known pollinator, pollinators come in a variety of shapes, species, and sizes. “Many entomologists believe the tiny sweat bee nectaring on your flowering weed is just as important to a healthy ecosystem as the more well-known bumble bee and honey bee,” said Kelly...

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