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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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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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Spring Cactus
Posted by Hannah Brand on Mar 15th 2026
Weekly Plant Chat: Spring Cactus Hey Plant Friends! This week we are talking about Schlumbergera rhipsalidopsis, more commonly known as Spring Cactus. The Spring Cactus blooms March &nda...
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Oxalis and Shamrocks
Posted by Hannah Brand on Mar 15th 2026
Weekly Plant Chat: Oxalis and Shamrocks Hey Plant Friends! This week we are talking about Oxalis, more commonly known as purple or green shamrock. Oxalis have distinct triangle shaped, p...
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Carnivorous Plants 101
Posted by Caitlin Nelson on Mar 8th 2026
Carnivorous Plants 101 There are more than 600 species of carnivorous plants, making it one of the most diverse groups in the plant kingdom. Carnivorous plants can be found on every conti...
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Best Houseplants for Early Spring Color
Posted by Sara Berg on Mar 2nd 2026
Best Houseplants for Early Spring Color Although temperatures are still leaning below freezing, everyone is itching to get planting and to see some green! While we start our seeds and pat...
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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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