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Astilbe(Post)
Astilbe (False Goatsbeard) Among the classic shady regulars, Astilbe (a-STIL-bee) stands out from the crowd, providing a dramatic show of
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 winte
Asclepias(Post)Asclepias (Milkweed) Asclepias (as-KLE-pee-us), or milkweed, belong to the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, and are largely native to North America including Minnesota. Masters of evolutiona
Carnivorous Plants 101(Post)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
Origins of Plant Names(Post)Getting to the Root of Binomial Nomenclature One of the first things you will learn in an introductory Botany or Horticulture class is how plants are named. Plant taxonomy is the science tha
Big Plants, Big Impact(Post)Floor Plants for Your Home Plants are an essential fixture in every room in the home both for their beauty and architectural interest. For many, plants are an essential part of their home
Chelone(Post)Chelone (Turtlehead) As the mornings feel just a little bit crisper and the sun begins to linger ever so slightly lower in the sky, summer
Top Plants to Gift + Pots(Post)We love this time of year! The holidays are just around the corner, pretty snow is on the way, and all the festive colors and decorations bring us joy! ‘Tis the season for all things merry, and wha
How to Pick the Perfect Plant(Post)How to Pick the Perfect Plant Getting Started As you wander the aisles of the greenhouse, you may wonder what's the perfect plant for me? It's a lot to ponder, and the answer is ma
Humulus(Post)Humulus (Hops) There is a style of gardening for everyone, from vegetable gardening to pollinator gardening, some prioritizing delicious f
Hosta(Post)Hosta (Plantain Lily) A longstanding and familiar favorite, Hosta (HOSS-tuh), or plantain lily, of the Asparagus family, Asaparagaceae, offer an unrivaled variety of appearances fit for
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 fr