Chrysanthemum(Post)

    Chrysanthemum (Hardy Mum/Dendranthema) Arguably the most iconic and beloved harbinger of fall, Chrysanthemums are exceptional fall bloome ...

    Zone 2 and 3 Hardy Perennials and Shrubs(Post)

    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 ...

    Alcea(Post)

    Alcea (Hollyhock) A standout garden staple spanning countless generations of gardeners, Alcea rosea (al-SEE-ah RO-see-ah), or hollyhock, formerly Althaea, is an iconic landscape standou ...

    Perfect Perennial Pairings for Privacy/Fencing(Post)

    Perfect Perennial Pairings for Privacy/Fencing Whether you are looking to create a private oasis in your backyard or provide protection from the elements, a well-chosen privacy fence ca ...

    Azalea/Rhododendron(Post)

    Azalea/Rhododendron As the snow finally melts away, fall-planted bulbs and spring ephemerals breathe new life into the outdoors, ushering ...

    Aster(Post)

    Aster (Symphyotrichum) Mild weather, back-to-school shopping, and abundant garden harvests are here, leading the way into the beautiful f ...

    Artemisia(Post)

    Artemisia (Wormwood) Artemisia offers excellent season-long color and texture to bring designs together and provide contrast amongst bloo ...

    Evergreens(Post)

    Evergreens One of the most challenging pursuits of perennial gardening is ensuring that there is always something to provide interest throughout the year. With our brutal Minnesota wint ...

    Monarda(Post)

    Monarda (Bee Balm/Wild Bergamot) As the intense heat of summer continues, mid-season bloomers are flourishing and late summer bloomers ar ...

    Ask Annie- Why Aren't My Hydrangeas Blooming(Post)

    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 ...

    No Naughty List This Year - Saksham’s Gift Guide(Post)

    You waited a bit too long to shop for gifts - I got you.Here are gift ideas that made it into my wish list at Tonkadale Greenhouse. I’ve curated some key pieces that will work for your plant parent f ...

    Shrub Spotlight(Post)

    Shrub Spotlight Adding shrubs to your landscape is an excellent way to provide structure, frame buildings, anchor designs, and create year-round interest in your space. Check out some o ...