There’s nothing quite like the burst of flavor that fresh herbs bring to a dish. Whether you’re an avid cook or a gardening enthusiast, having a herb garden can elevate your culinary experiences.
Read MoreMany gardeners in our area have started seeing damage from Japanese Beetles. While these pests should be gone by the end of August, here are a few things you can do in the meantime to protect your plants.
Read MoreOne of the most popular garden trends in recent years has been growing vegetables in raised beds. Raised vegetable beds can be easier to care for and it’s easier to harvest vegetables from elevated beds. One of the drawbacks to large, raised beds is that they require a lot of soil to fill, that’s where Hugelkultur comes in.
Read MoreContainer gardening is popular for many reasons – it’s easy, you don’t need a yard, it creates a focal point, and you can grow a wide variety of plants in containers. There are just a few basic things to remember when planting a flower container.
Read MoreIt’s early spring in Minnesota and gardeners are getting anxious to start planting. During these first few weeks of spring, we need to pay close attention to the weather to determine when we can safely plant outdoors. This year, with the cold spring we’re experiencing, it will be especially important to pay attention to the…
Read MoreThe world of plants is endlessly fascinating, and we love learning about interesting plants, even if they are varieties we don’t grow ourselves. Here are some of our favorite interesting plant stories. Do carrots help us see at night? You may have heard this common line from your parents or used it with your own…
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