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Fresh Picks: Exciting New Perennials in 2026
Posted by Annie Algren on Apr 19th 2026
Fresh Picks: Exciting New Perennials for 2026 As the seasons shift and we gear up for another growing year, there’s a buzz of excitement in the greenhouse as we welcome new additio...
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Native Plant Seed Mixes
Posted by Jessie Jacobson and Betsy Dvorak on Apr 19th 2026
Native Plant Seed Mixes from Minnesota Native Landscapes We are so proud to have a local partner like Minnesota Native Landscapes right here in our own backyard. MNL's passion is built i...
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Planting Seed Potatoes and Onion Sets
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Apr 19th 2026
How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Seed Potatoes and Onion Sets Seed potatoes and onion sets can be planted as soon as our spring soil is tillable. This is usually late April, or early May...
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Mother's Day Gift Guide
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Apr 12th 2026
Mother's Day Gift Guide Mother’s Day is just around the corner! If the maternal figure in your life loves the smell of soil, beams at blooming perennials, or can name every herb in...
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Springtime Custom Design at Tonkadale
Posted by Sara Berg on Apr 12th 2026
Springtime Custom Design at Tonkadale It's time to start thinking Spring! Annuals are rolling in each week, and we're all eager to see some color outside! If you're not sure about what to...
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Ask Annie- Assessing Winter Plant Damage
Posted by Annie Algren on Apr 12th 2026
How do I tell the difference between winter damage and plants that just haven’t woken up yet? -Ethan in zone 4a Hey Ethan- If some of your perennials look dead in April, you’re not al...
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Ask Annie- Why Aren't My Hydrangeas Blooming
Posted by Annie Algren on Apr 5th 2026
Why aren't my Hydrangeas blooming - When they are supposed to? -Emily in zone 4b Hi Emily- Sounds like you are experiencing a conundrum that has stumped many gardeners alike, especially here i...
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Pruning Hydrangeas and Shrubs
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Apr 5th 2026
Pruning Hydrangeas and Shrubs If you are itching to get in the garden but know it’s a bit too early, pruning a select variety of shrubs is a project you can tackle right now! Pruni...
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Sustainable Options for Lawnscapes
Posted by Jessie Jacobson and Betsy Dvorak on Apr 5th 2026
Sustainable Options for Lawnscapes: Bee Lawns, Native Lawns, and Waterwise Lawns Turfgrass and lawnscapes are a major part of green spaces all over the world. For centuries, they have be...
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