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Gardening in the Age of AI
Posted by Annie Algren and Sara Berg on May 18th 2026
Gardening in the Age of AI The digital age has now moved into the backyard. AI is fundamentally changing how some gardeners approach their green spaces, offering everything from 3D landsc...
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DIY Raised Garden Bed for Veggies
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 18th 2026
DIY Raised Garden Bed for Veggies Do you have limited space to garden? A small patio or a deck at an apartment building? A raised bed is a great option to make the most of a small space,...
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Ask Annie- Designing a Perennial Garden Bed
Posted by Annie Algren on May 18th 2026
How Can I Design a Perennial Garden Bed from Scratch Without Feeling Overwhelmed? -Carly in zone 4b Hey Carly, congrats on starting a new garden! Starting from scratch can feel equal parts exc...
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Cookin' Up Combos
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 11th 2026
Cookin' Up Combos: Container Gardening for All-Season Color Container gardens greet your guests, set the mood on the patio, and give us sunshine all season long – and we're ready fo...
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May Perennial Planting Guide
Posted by Annie Algren on May 11th 2026
May Perennial Planting Guide May is when the garden really starts to stir and come back to life. The soil has finally shaken off its chill, the days linger a little longer, and everythin...
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Welcome to the Pepper Patch
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 8th 2026
Pepper Varieties Available at Tonkadale this Spring The diversity and flavor profile of peppers is quite incredible. They can be crisp, sweet, fruity, floral, pungent, and of course spicy...
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Tomatoes Deep Dive
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 5th 2026
Tomatoes Deep Dive Did you know there are over 10,000 varieties of tomatoes? With all colors of the rainbow - purple, yellow, orange, red, and even green, you are sure to find one that su...
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Ask Annie- May Perennial Garden Checklist
Posted by Annie Algren on May 4th 2026
Welcome to May, the official start of the growing season! It’s time to stop apologizing for winter and start making promises to the plants that knew better than to give up. Keep an eye on t...
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10 Tips for Pollinator Planting
Posted by Aaron Barton on May 4th 2026
10 Tips for Pollinator Planting Pollination is a vital ecological process that involves the transfer of pollen between flowers. Pollinators are insects or animals that aid in pollen tran...
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