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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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Ask Annie- April Garden Checklist
Posted by Annie Algren on Mar 29th 2026
This week, we are going to start the 2026 growing season off with your April garden checklist. April is indeed a shoulder month- lots of prep, some planting, and plenty of just watching the weath...
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Submit Your Ask Annie Questions!
Posted by Annie Algren on Mar 2nd 2026
Have a perennial puzzle, mystery, or design dilemma? Ask Annie! Include your question, your name or initials, your USDA zone or location, and the plant’s name (or your best guess). It may ap...
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Ask Annie
Posted by Annie Algren on Feb 25th 2026
Introducing “Ask Annie”: your friendly perennial plant expert, here to help you solve garden mysteries, fix plant problems, and grow a landscape you love. {...
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Tonkadale's Twelve Days of Christmas
Posted by Sara Berg on Dec 15th 2025
Tonkadale's Twelve Days of Christmas On the 1st day of Christmas, Tonkadale gave to me... One decorated wreath On the 2nd day of Christmas, Tonkadale gave to me... Two Peat and Perle pin...
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Festive Finishes to Up Your Wrapping Game
Posted by Sara Berg on Dec 9th 2025
Festive Finishes to Up Your Wrapping Game The holidays are the perfect time to get creative, and adding a personal touch to every gift you give is an excellent way to do this. Thinking o...
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