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Tropicals are Here
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Apr 26th 2026
Tropicals are Here If you visit Tonkadale on the regular, you will notice that things change very quickly in the Spring! This couldn’t be more true as we move closer to May –...
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How to Care for Container Gardens and Hanging Baskets
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Apr 26th 2026
How to Care for Container Gardens and Hanging Baskets At Tonkadale, we're known for planting resplendent hanging baskets each Spring that are absolutely bursting with color and life! We...
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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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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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Growing Herbs for Tea
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Feb 23rd 2026
Growing Herbs for Tea Herbs are easy to grow and care for in the garden - and indoors! While most often used in cooking and flavoring food, there is a growing trend towards planting herb...
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