Mid-American Gardener

Mid-American Gardener

7 PM Thursdays

Answering Questions from Gardeners Across Mid-America - our panel of experts answer questions about lawn and garden care.

Shady Plants for Hot Weather and a visit to Fresh Press Paper in Champaign

This week on Mid-American Gardener, Martie gives us her suggestions for shade-loving plants. She answers your garden questions and shares her expertise when it comes to landscape design and care. Plus, we visit Fresh Press Paper in Champaign, a local studio that turns agricultural waste into handmade artisanal paper. We take you through the process, learn about sustainable practices, and discover the art of papermaking.  

Looking for garden inspiration? Visit the Idea Garden!

Join us at the Idea Garden in Urbana, Illinois to get inspired! Jennifer Nelson gives us a tour, highlighting maintenance techniques, pest and weed control, ways to keep your annuals in full bloom, and the beauty of vegetable gardening.

Let’s get growing!

Our expert panelists answer your garden questions, demonstrate how to's, and share their landscaping secrets for success.

Spring has sprung!

There's finally things to do outside, as the Mid-American Gardener crew prep their gardens for the season!

Air Dates and Times

Channel Day Time
WILL-TV, Urbana Thursday 7 pm (live)
  Saturday 11 am (repeat)
WTVP-TV, Peoria Saturday 11:30 am
WEIU-TV, Charleston Sunday 1:30 pm
WSEC-TV, Springfield Saturday 11 am
WQEC-TV, Quincy Saturday 11 am
WMEC-TV, Macomb Saturday 11 am
Lakeshore PBS, Chicago/Northwest Indiana Friday 1 pm

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