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Sep 06

Insect Festival

SDSU Extension and McCrory Gardens will host the seventh annual Insect Festival on Saturday, September 6, from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at McCrory Gardens (631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD 57007).

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SDSU Extension, McCrory Gardens to host Garden Discovery Festival

March 31, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension and McCrory Gardens will launch the 2025 summer programming schedule with the Garden Discovery Festival on May 18, 2025.

silver maple tree

Tapping Maples for Sap

Fact sheet on how to tap maple trees for sap.

A group of succulents
Oct 23

Bloom and Grow

SDSU Extension will host a series of workshops teaching horticulture techniques from January to October at McCrory Gardens.

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SDSU Extension, McCrory Gardens to host 7th annual Insect Festival

August 13, 2024

The seventh annual Insect Festival is from 1 to 4 p.m. CDT on Sept. 7, 2024, at McCrory Gardens in Brookings. There will be garden tours, interactive insect education, an insect costume parade, crafts and edible insects.

A large moth with bright red and purple patterns sits on a wooden fence post

SDSU Extension, McCrory Gardens host Moth Walk as part of National Moth Week

July 09, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension and McCrory Gardens in Brookings are joining moth enthusiasts around the world in celebrating National Moth Week with its annual Moth Walk.

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SDSU Extension, McCrory Gardens start summer 2024 programming with Garden Discovery Festival

May 14, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension and McCrory Gardens will start its summer programming season with the Garden Discovery Festival on May 19, 2024.

A group of raised ground beds with crops growing in them at McCrory Gardens in Brookings, South Dakota.

SDSU Extension 2024 Garden Hour webinar series starts May 7

May 02, 2024

The fourth season of South Dakota State University Extension’s popular Garden Hour webinar series starts May 7, 2024.

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Jade Plant: Houseplant How-To

Jade plants are an easy-growing succulent that will thrive in your household for years to come. Learn how to take care of them in this "House Plant How-To" article.

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Troubleshooting Common Problems: Houseplant How-To

Trying to figure out houseplant problems can feel daunting, but by exploring some common issues, you’ll be able to solve many problems. Learn some expert tips for getting started in this "Houseplant How-To" article.