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Mock Orange
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 26th 2024
Philadelphus spp. (Mock Orange) Aromatic, abundant blooms engulf the senses as the Philadelphus spp., commonly known as Mock Orange, opens its blossoms in June. A member of the Phi...
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How to Repel Deer and Rabbits in the Garden
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 26th 2024
How to Repel Deer and Rabbits in the Garden They may be cute while prancing through a meadow or navigating snow in winter, but in the garden, deer and rabbits are far from fun. As new gr...
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Minnesota Native Perennials
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 22nd 2024
Minnesota Native Perennials Native plants are species of plants that occur naturally in specific ecosystems and locations. Plants are considered native to Minnesota if they were observed...
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Fothergilla
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 20th 2024
Fothergilla (Witch-Alder) Revealing fragrant, bottlebrush shaped, white blooms and providing magnificent fall color, Fothergilla, Witch Alder reigns as a landscape must have. Fothe...
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Serviceberry
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 12th 2024
Amelanchier (Serviceberry) Attractive to birds while adding three-season interest to the garden Amelanchier, commonly known as Serviceberry or Juneberry, never fails to delight. This mem...
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Fertilizing Outdoor Gardens and Containers
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 12th 2024
Fertilizing Annuals, Perennials, Veggie Gardens, Evergreens, Containers, and Hanging Baskets The best days of summer are still ahead, and the garden is primed to perform at its peak...
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Crabapple
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on May 7th 2024
Malus sylvestris (Crabapple) Providing nectar for awakening bees, nothing is more fragrant and beautiful than flowering Crabapples in early spring. Crabapples are a member of the Ro...
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Syringa
Posted by Val T. on Apr 28th 2024
Syringa (Lilac) One of the most recognizable shrubs for its flowers and their intoxicating fragrance, lilacs are stately shrubs perfect for building excitement for the warmer months to c...
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Helleborus
Posted by Val T. on Apr 22nd 2024
Helleborus (Lenten Rose) Casting colorful blooms in early spring, Helleborus x , commonly called Lenten Rose or Hellebore, heralding spring with their 3-4”, rose-like, cupped, noddi...
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