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10 Tips for Pollinator Planting
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
10 Tips for Pollinator Planting Pollination is a vital ecological process that involves the transfer of pollen between flowers. Pollinators...
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Zone 2 and 3 Hardy Perennials and Shrubs
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Zone 2 and 3 Hardy Perennials and Shrubs Depending on your location, the Twin Cities area is considered Zone 5a (-20F to -15F) or Zone 4b (-25F to -20F). Zone 3 begins in the northern 1/...
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Polygonatum
Posted by aaron barton on Mar 4th 2023
Polygonatum (Solomon's Seal) The best garden additions are those that serve many roles in the space and provide multi-season interest, sho...
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Veronica
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Veronica (Speedwell) With countless spires of blooms buzzing with pollinators, Veronica (veh-RON-ih-ka), or speedwell, is a summer garden favorite perfect for adding vertical interest an...
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Scabiosa
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Scabiosa (Pincushion Flower) The pursuit of consistent, lasting color is one of the most enjoyable challenges to tackle in perennial garde...
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Penstemon
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Penstemon (Beardtongue) A phenomenal early summer problem solver, Penstemon hit their stride just as spring gardens begin to wind down and...
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Nepeta
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Nepeta (Catmint) As the heat of summer approaches, delicate periwinkle blue hues dot the landscape, dancing with an entourage of bumblebee...
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Leucanthemum
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Leucanthemum (Shasta Daisy) With hot summer days and an abundance of sunshine, gardens are in peak season form, exploding with the vibrant...
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Clematis
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Clematis Belonging to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae, Clematis are unmatched in their versatility and beauty, offering a variety of well over 250 species, including the North Americ...
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