Edges and edging can be found throughout nature. Great landscaping successfully duplicates nature on a smaller scale.

A plant you might expect to find in the desert Southwest is native to central Illinois. And it's easy to grow, edible and might have medical benefits.

A plant you might expect to find in the desert Southwest is native to central Illinois. And it's easy to grow, edible and might have medical benefits.

The first instinct with exposed tree roots is to cover them up. But is that the right instinct? Or could doing nothing be the best option?

The first instinct with exposed tree roots is to cover them up. But is that the right instinct? Or could doing nothing be the best option?

The American lawn uses too much water, often gets too many chemicals, and takes up too much space and time. But most of us love the look of a green carpet surrounding a home.

The American lawn uses too much water, often gets too many chemicals, and takes up too much space and time. But most of us love the look of a green carpet surrounding a home.

Substances obtained from plants are found in lots of products, including food, drinks, and cosmetics.

Substances obtained from plants are found in lots of products, including food, drinks, and cosmetics.

Like with anything, there are myths and truths to planting and caring for trees. GLT's Mike McCurdy and Illinois State University's Patrick Murphy bust some myths and give out solid advice in this latest episode of GLT's Grow. GLT's Grow is your source for gardening advice and down-to-earth tips. Murph and Mike are ready to take on all your gardening questions, so submit yours today . WGLT depends on financial support from users to bring you stories and interviews like this one. As someone who