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Iris(Post)
Iris Spring is in the air, with perennial gardens beginning to burst with color from both unusual plants and classic garden staples alike.
Ferns(Post)Perennial Ferns One of the most widely recognized residents of shady perennial beds, woodland gardens, and natural areas, ferns are fascin
Syringa(Post)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
Spring 2026 Sneak Peek(Post)Spring 2026 Sneak Peek Spring is calling...and we couldn’t resist sharing a preview of what’s to come at Tonkadale! As the season inches closer, we’re excited to unveil four of our upcom
Essential Shrubs(Post)Essential Shrubs for Your Garden and Landscape Shrubs are the backdrop of any well established garden - an excellent way to fill space, draw attention to certain areas, anchor your garde
New Kids on the Block, or Should We Say New Shrubs on the Blog(Post)Shrubs are trending more now than ever. Every landscape could benefit from one (or several) shrubs to provide structure and interest, but which is the right shrub for the right space, with the right
Funky Weirdo Plant Picks(Post)Hannah's Favorite Funky Weirdo Plant Picks Over the years, I've developed a deep fascination with the strange, the unusual, and the downright weird plants. Collecting weird and unique pl
Minnesota Native Perennials(Post)Minnesota Native Perennials Native plants are species of plants that occur naturally in specific ecosystems and areas. Plants are considered native to Minnesota if they were observed in
The Florida Chronicles(Post)The Florida Chronicles January 16th, 2023 Dear Diary, Today,
All About Light(Post)All About Light Houseplants absorb light and emit joy in every space they enter. Lush greenery and striking variegation bring together a cozy, inviting space. To ensure your plants recei
Ask Annie- Designing a Perennial Garden Bed(Post)How Can I Design a Perennial Garden Bed from Scratch Without Feeling Overwhelmed? -Carly in zone 4b Hey Carly, congrats on starting a new garden! Starting from scratch can feel equal parts exc
Windmill Palm(Post)April 4, 2023 Windmill Palm Hey Plant Friends! This week we are talking about Trachycarpus fortune, more commonly known as the Windmi