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Fall & Winter Garden Prep(Post)
Fall & Winter Garden Prep As the sun sets earlier in the sky each week and casts an autumnal light on the cooler days ahead, it's time to start thinking about the next season. Taking the
Tonka Terra Cactus Mix + Repotting Cacti(Post)Tonka Terra Cactus Mix + Repotting Cacti Aloe? Can you hear me? Don’t give your cacti and succulents just any old potting soil! These guys are desert dwellers at heart, and to help repl
About Us(Page) Gardening in the Shade with Perennials(Post)Shade gardening comes with some distinct challenges, including a perceived lack of interesting plants to choose from. Gardening with perennials in the shade is more than just Hostas. But Hostas are
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/
Perfect Perennial Pairings for Living Mulch in the Sun & Shade(Post)Perfect Perennial Pairings for Living Mulch in the Sun & Shade The practice of adding wood mulch to our garden beds is deeply integrated into the culture of gardening and landscaping, bu
Easiest Houseplants to Grow(Post)Growing plants indoors is highly rewarding. But, as any plant parent knows, some are easier to grow than others. Whether you’re a new or experienced plant parent, it’s always worth knowing which pl
The Florida Chronicles(Post)The Florida Chronicles January 16th, 2023 Dear Diary, Today,
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
Planning a Rain Garden(Post)Planning a Rain Garden A rain garden is a perennial garden that collects rainwater from runoff, usually from a non-permeable surface such as a driveway, roof, patio, sidewalk, or street.
Tomatoes Deep Dive(Post)Tomatoes Deep Dive Did you know there are over 10,000 varieties of tomatoes? With all colors of the rainbow - purple, yellow, orange, red, and even green, you are sure to find one that su
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