Tree identification workshop highlights importance of Illinois' native oaks
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois is home to 21 different native oak species whose populations provide habitat and food for wildlife, support biodiverse ecos...
September 18, 2023
5:15 PM
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois is home to 21 different native oak species whose populations provide habitat and food for wildlife, support biodiverse ecosystems, contribute to improved air and water quality, and provide residential shade benefits that help to reduce energy use. Gain a better understanding of this majestic, deciduous tree species, explore oak ecology and range, and learn how to identify Illinois' 21 native oak species in a free online workshop by Chris Evans , University of forestry specialist.