Gardening with Kids(Post)

    Talk about a legacy for the next generation, gardening with kids is a must do activity - at home, at school, or in the community. Kids need to know where their food comes from, the complex world of

    5 Indoor Plants on our (Realistic) 2021 Wishlist(Post)

    Hey Plant Friends!The New Year means new plants in the greenhouse. January signals a time for growth and renewal, and don’t we need it. A time to count our planty blessings a take a look at the year a

    Ask Annie- September Garden Checklist(Post)

    We are now into September, where the garden can feel like it's on borrowed time. The heat softens, light turns golden, and the garden gets its final wind. This is Second Summer, and here is your

    20 Frequently Asked Questions at Tonkadale (Post)

    20 Frequently Asked Questions at Tonkadale 1. When should I repot this plant? Should I repot this plant when I get home? Not necessarily. Repotting should be done when your plant

    5 Common Pests and Diseases in the Perennial Garden(Post)

    5 Common Pests and Diseases in the Perennial Garden Life in the garden is mostly sunshine and rainbows, but occasionally a pest or disease issues arise, and we’re here to help!

    Ask Annie- April Garden Checklist(Post)

    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

    Ask Annie- May Perennial Garden Checklist(Post)

    Welcome to May, the official start of the growing season! It’s time to stop apologizing for winter and start making promises to the plants that knew better than to give up. Keep an eye on the nig

    Ask Annie- June Garden Checklist(Post)

    We’ve made it to June: when the garden goes from promising to demanding. The solstice is upon us (the longest day of the year!) which your plants interpret as “grow as fast as possible and cause

    plant symbolism(Post)

    We love plants and flowers (of course). And as we near the official day of love, we are reminded of plant symbolism and that some varieties are well-known and will be the go-to for gift giving t

    DIY Raised Garden Bed for Veggies(Post)

    DIY Raised Garden Bed for Veggies Do you have limited space to garden? A small patio or a deck at an apartment building? A raised bed is a great option to make the most of a small space,

    A Year to Remember - Staff Memories & Accomplishments(Post)

    A Year to Remember - Staff Memories & Accomplishments As the year comes to a close, at Tonkadale we're taking a moment to celebrate the memories that made it truly special. From steady

    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