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8.29.2026
Second Summer Perennial Plant Picks
Here are a few standout perennials to consider planting that help define and carry the beauty of August’s Second Summer.
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8.22.2026
2027 Perennials Early Access
Get a first look at what’s coming to the garden in 2027
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8.15.2026
Tour De Tonkadale Recap
Thank you to each and every one of our incredible garden hosts and participants who made our very first Tour de Tonkadale such a special day.
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8.8.2026
Staff Garden Tours: Part Two
Join Anita, Betsy, and Kristi for a peek at their beautiful gardens.
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8.1.2026
Staff Garden Tours: Part One
Join Hannah, Gaylene, Diane, and Donni for a peek at their beautiful gardens.
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7.18.2026
How Well Do You Know Your Bugs?
Let’s play a game to see how well you know your insect families!
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7.11.2026
Sheri's Garden Tour
Come along as she shares some of her favorite plants, what she's learned through experience, and the combinations that keep her excited to garden year after year.
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7.1.2026
Hot Summer Sun Containers
We're planting a vibrant container garden filled with heat-loving, pollinator-friendly annuals that thrive in full sun.
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6.27.2026
Birds in the Garden
These tips will help you create a landscape that's beautiful, biodiverse, and chirping with life.
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6.20.2026
Perennials We Actually Grow At Home
Not all perennials are created equal... and after years of gardening experience, we've definitely found a few favorites.
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6.13.2026
How to Repot a Cactus
Whether you're repotting a new cactus or refreshing an old favorite, these simple tips will help set your desert plants up for success.
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6.6.2026
The Hydrangea Handbook
We're breaking down everything you need to know about hydrangeas!
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5.30.2026
What We're Planting This Year
From tried-and-true favorites to exciting new varieties, our team is sharing the plants they can’t wait to grow this season.
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5.20.2026
Design a Sun Container
Whether you love vibrant color or soft, dreamy tones, this video will inspire your next patio pot creation!
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5.13.2026
Design a Shade Container
Design the ultimate tropical container with annuals that love cooler corners.
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5.6.2026
Annuals and Herbs for Pollinators
Grow annuals and herbs that pollinators love. Your garden (and the bees) will thank you!
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5.2.2026
What's Got Us Buzzing
May - our busiest month of the year! See what our staff is buzzing about in the greenhouse.
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4.25.2026
Perennial Hot Picks
Check out the varieties we’re most excited to show off in the greenhouse this year.
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4.18.2026
Breckendale Flower Farm
Our media team traveled to our growing range this week to see the new and exciting annuals that will be making thier way to Tonkadale!
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4.11.2026
Pruning Hydrangeas
Learn how to prune hydrangeas in the spring, as well as the best tips and tricks for each variety.
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4.4.2026
Tour de Tonkadale
Get ready to roll into late summer at Tour de Tonkadale: a one-of-a-kind garden bike tour that blends blooming landscapes, and community spirit!
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3.28.2026
Planting Dahlia Tubers
Join Amaya to learn the ins-and-outs of planting both whole and split dahlia tubers!
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3.21.2026
Spring Arrangements
Learn how to make a simple, sweet spring arrangement using cool-tolerant annuals.
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3.14.2026
What We're Growing Now
Take a tour with Hannah to see what we're prepping for the spring season!
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3.7.2026
Indoor Seed Sowing
Learn how to sow tomato and pepper seeds indoors!
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2.21.2026
Winter Seed Sowing
Join Amaya and Sheri for the full low down on winter seed sowing.
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2.14.2026
Valentines Centerpiece
Faith shows us how to make a simple but oh-so-adorable valentines centerpiece.
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2.7.2026
Houseplant Spa Day
Join Betsy, our nutrients guru on refreshing houseplant soil, adding nutrients, and sharing simple tips to keep your plants healthy.
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2.1.2026
Tonkadale's FAQ's
Do you have any burning questions? Check out this week's video to hear our favorite frequent asks and get some answers.
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1.24.2026
2025 Impact Report
At Tonkadale, we are dedicated to supporting local programs and fundraising efforts that enrich the lives of children and families in our community.
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1.16.2026
Top Indoor Plants for Newbies
Say yes to trying new things this year - like one of these easy care indoor plants!
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1.10.2026
Winter Survival Guide
11 tips for setting yourself up for plant care success during cold winter months.
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1.3.2026
Jessie's Planty Predictions
Jessie dishes out all the top predictions for styling with plants in 2026.
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12.27.2025
Staff New Years Intentions
Our staff share their resolutions, goals, and intentions for the upcoming new year.
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12.13.2025
Staff Selected: Best Gifts to Give
Tonkadale's staff share their favorite gift picks of the 2025 holiday season!
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12.05.2025
Better Than A Bottle
Memorable and personalized hosting gifts, spruced up at the greenhouse!
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11.22.2025
Holiday Swag DIY
Make a super simple and elegant door swag!
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11.15.2025
Tablescapes: Decorating with Indoor Plants
Learn essential styling tips for the most gorgeous table centerpiece arrangements this holiday.
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11.08.2025
Tree Decorating Hacks
Join Jessie for the inside scoop on how Tonkadale decorates their iconic Christmas trees.
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11.01.2025
How To: Spruce Top Pots!
Tag along with Jessie to get all the best tricks for making a spruce top pot for the winter season.
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10.25.2025
Winter Wreath Decorating
Join Jessie and Faith for some holiday winter wreath fun!
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10.18.2025
Amaryllis and Paperwhites
A holiday classic, learn how to plant Amaryllis and Paperwhite bulbs in a variety of ways.
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10.8.2025
Dahlia Splitting and Wrapping
Join Amaya for some helpful how-to's on all things Dahlias!
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10.7.2025
Planting Garlic
Join Betsy for some helpful how-to's on planting garlic!
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10.4.2025
Staff Garden Follow-Up
Check back in with our staff to see how their gardens turned out this season!
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9.27.2025
Fall & Winter Garden Prep
5 tips for prepping your garden for the upcoming winter months.
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9.20.2025
Houseplant Transitions: Moving Indoors
The seasons are shifting and so should your plants!
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9.13.2025
DIY Fall Container Gardens
Design your very own fall container garden with an array of beautiful frost-tolerant annuals.
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9.6.2025
Houseplant Hot Takes
Let our staff bust a myth and give you the dirty deets on houseplants.
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8.28.2025
Top Rated Indoor Plants
We love to give our staff the opportunity to nerd out on their favorite indoor plants!
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8.23.2025
Plant Potential
Trees and shrubs may not look like much in their nursery pots... but they sure do grow up into spectacular plant specimens!
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8.16.2025
Jessie's Top 3 Plants for Beginners
The perfect plant picks for new plant parents and small spaces.
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8.2.2025
Betsy's Bug Chat: Pollinators
Learn about 3 different pollinators you would have never guessed were beneficial to your gardens.
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7.26.2025
Let's Talk Japanese Beetles
Sit down with Betsy to get the inside scoop on tips and tricks to keep japanese beetles at bay.
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7.18.2025
How to Plant an Evergreen Tree
A step-by-step tutorial on how to plant a new tree - evergreens to be specific!
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7.12.2025
Staff Garden Tours
Your one and only chance to get a peek at some of our staff's home gardens!
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7.5.2025
Edible Perennials
Join Sheri and Nick for a chat about Sheri's 3 favorite fruiting perennials!
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6.28.2025
1/4 Off for the Fourth Sale Preview
Preview our 1/4 Off for the 4th Sale! 25% off all plants starting June 28th - July 6th.
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6.21.2025
Tonkadale's New Indoor Potting Mix
Our new soil is the perfect addition to refuel your houseplants when it's time to repot!
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6.14.2025
Planting for Pollinators
Join Jessie for a chat on POLLINATORS! Learn about her top 4 go-to's.
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6.7.2025
Staff Picks
Check out all the cool and unique plants staff are adding to their gardens this year.
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5.31.2025
Hydrangeas 101
Join Annie for all the tips and tricks on caring for Hydrangeas.
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5.24.2025
Tips & Tricks for Planting Ground Covers
Join Annie for some tips & tricks on planting ground covers in your perennial garden!
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5.17.2025
Tips & Tricks for Garden Planning
Join Annie for some tips and tricks on planning your own perennial garden!
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5.10.2025
Container Gardening Tips & Tricks
Tips and tricks for creating a fun and bright combination planter - for sun or shade!
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5.1.2025
Welcome to May at Tonkadale
Tonkadale's staff share their favorite parts about the busiest greenhouse season of the year.
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4.19.2025
Breckendale Flower Farm Tour
Take a tour with Jessie of our growing range!
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4.12.2025
Bee Lawns & Sustainable Gardening
Join Betsy to learn how to create bee lawns using new products to promote biodiversity in your yard.
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4.5.2025
Pruning Hydrangeas for Spring
Join Annie and Simon in pruning hydrangeas for the spring season!
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3.29.2025
Create a Spring Combo Pot
Join Andie in a quick tutorial for creating a cool-tolerant spring combo planter!
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3.22.2025
Create a Mini Herb Garden
Join Annie in a quick tutorial for planting an Mini Herb Garden.
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3.15.2025
Create a Cut Flower Garden
Join Amaya & Sheri for some tips on starting your own cut flower garden!
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3.8.2025
Repotting Basics
Learn how to repot indoor plants and Cacti in a few short and easy steps.
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3.1.2025
Sol Soils Plant Biotics
Join our Amendments Queen, Betsy, for a chat about Sol Soil's new Plant Biotics.
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2.22.2025
Build a Terrarium
Learn how to build a beautiful boggy terrarium with Jessie!
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2.15.2025
Seed Starting Essentials
It’s time to start thinking about spring and your garden plans!
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2.8.2025
7 Ideas for Valentines Day Gifts
Jessie's created 7 ideas for you to create the perfect gift for your Valentine!
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2.1.2025
The Big Deal with Big Indoor Plants
Take a look at Tonkadale's Top 5 Large Houseplants and learn some quick care tips for each variety!
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1.25.2025
The Plant Doctor is in!
Join Jessie this week for a consult with the plant doctor! The planty diagnosis for optimal houseplant health!
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1.11.2025
Jessie's Top 10 Plant Picks
In honor of National Houseplant Appreciation week, Jessie is sharing her Top 10 indoor plant picks for all situations.
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1.4.2025
Tonkadale's 2025 Garden Calendar
Introducing our monthly garden calendar illustrated by the talented Megan Tegeder!
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12.21.2024
Holiday Sale Preview
Our Holiday Sale is here!
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12.14.2024
Dazzle Dollars are Here!
Learn about our Dazzle Dollars promotion from the Mayor of Holiday Magic herself.
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12.7.2024
Tonkadale's Tree Lot Tour
Take a tour with Simon around the tree lot!
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11.30.2024
DIY Decorating Guide
Learn Jessie's top secret tree decorating tips as she gets ready to decorate her tree at home.
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11.23.2024
Tonkadale's 2024 Gift Guide
Affordable and approachable gifts perfect for all of your loved ones.
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11.16.2024
How to Make a Faux Holiday Wreath
Learn how to make a faux holiday wreath with some of Jessie's favorite winter accents.
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11.9.2024
How to Make a Brandied Pear Window Box
Learn how to make a window box featuring some of our favorite fresh greens and accents.
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11.2.2024
How to Make a Spruce Top Pot
Join Jessie for a quick tutorial on how to make a juicy-fruity festive Spruce Top Pot!
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10.26.2024
Holiday Preview
We’ve put together the prettiest color collections ever for your greenhouse holiday home!
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10.19.2024
Planting Amaryllis Bulbs & Paperwhites
Join Jessie for a tutorial on the various planting options for Amaryllis bulbs and Paperwhites - the perfect holiday gift!
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10.15.2024
Tonkadale's Glitter Greenhouse
Shimmer and shine this holiday season with our custom glitter greenhouse. Designed by us, just for you!
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10.12.2024
Pests of Indoor Plants and Solutions
Join Jessie to learn all about the various pests that occasionally make homes in houseplants - and how to treat them!
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10.4.2024
Weekly Videos are Back!
After a bit of a hiatus, Tonkadale’s weekly tutorials and tid-bits are back!
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04.29.2024
Safest Temperature to Plant Outside
Can you guess the magic number?
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04.22.2024
How to Care for Hanging Baskets
Keep your containers and hanging baskets thriving all summer long!
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04.15.2024
What's Growing at the Flower Farm?
Jessie shows us what's new this spring at our Breckendale flower farm!
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04.08.2024
Bee Lawns and Native Seed Mixes
Amazing, local seed options from Minnesota Native Landscapes and Twin City Seed Company.
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04.01.2024
How to Plant Seed Potatoes and Onions
The 411 on potatoes and onions.
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12.31.2023
Year in Review 2023
What an amazing year it’s been!
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11.27.2023
Wreath Making with Jessie
Jessie shows us the easiest way to decorate a wreath. Floppy bow included!
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11.17.2023
All the Ribbon
All about ribbon. 🎀 It’s bow-tastic!
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11.13.2023
DIY Spruce Top Pot
A step by step spruce top pot guide with Jessie!
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11.06.2023
All the Holiday Bells
Ring in the holidays with BELLS!
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10.27.2023
Best Tonkadale Memories
Tonkadale staff share a few of their favorite memoris.
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10.21.2023
Spruce Tops Are Here
It's our favorite time of year!
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09.29.2023
Bringing Indoor Plants Back Inside
How to bring those indoor plants that spent the summer outside—back inside!
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09.22.2023
Fall Wreaths
Welcome fall with a quick wreath!
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09.15.2023
Jessie’s Autumn Greenhouse Tour
It’s fall y’all! Tour all things fall with Jessie.
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09.08.2023
Planting Perennials in the Fall
Tips for planting perennials in the fall.
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08.11.2023
Ornamental Grasses 101
Jessie shares all things grasses!
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07.21.2023
We are Here to Help
We are obsessed with your success! Learn ways we are here to help.
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07.14.2023
Philodendrons with Hannah
Hannah talks all things Philodendrons!
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06.30.2023
Jessie's Hot Tips For Summer Blooms
Tips for keeping your plants blooming all summer long.
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06.23.23
The Echinacea Rainbow
Learn all about the different echinacea varieties we carry.
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06.02.23
Planting for Pollinators
Tips for planting for pollinators.
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05.26.23
Guide to Perennials
Join Jessie for a guide to our perennials!
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05.12.23
101 Guides for Hydrangeas, Roses and Clematis
The 101’s on 3 favorites! Jessie shares best tips for success with hydrangeas, roses, and clematis!
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05.05.23
Let's Tour the Greenhouse
Let’s tour the greenhouse with Jessie!
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04.28.23
The Big One! Welcome to (Almost) May!
The Big One (May) is almost here!
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04.18.23
Breckendale Our Growing Range
Tour our growing range! Let’s go check out Breckendale with Jessie!
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04.07.23
Planting Potatoes and Onions with Jessie
Growing Potatoes and Onions! Get the garden started with Jessie.
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03.31.23
Saturday Morning with Jessie
TUNE IN! It's Saturday Morning at Tonkadale with Jessie!
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03.07.23
Hanging Basket Planting and Growing
BTS, Getting ready for spring!
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02.13.23
Jessie Teaches About Plant Pollination
Love is in the air! In this week's video, Jessie highlights the pursuit of pollination, in plants! What could be more romantic?!
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02.06.23
Assembly of DIY Terrarium Gifts
DIY Terrarium Gifts with Jessie!
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01.30.23
Adding Color to Your Home with Houseplants
All about color! So much more than green! Brighten your home with colorful pots+plants combinations.
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01.20.23
Florida Trip with Jessie, Hayden and Hannah
Florida Chronicles! Jessie, Hannah, and Hayden head to Florida to find new plants!
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12.19.22
Staff Wishlist Plants
Let’s find out what our staff is asking Santa for this holiday season!
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11.28.22
Wreath Decorating with Jessie
Need help decorating your wreaths? Jessie has all the tips! Super easy and super fun weekend project!
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11.21.22
Decorating with Faux Pine
Let's decorate! DIY winter projects with Jessie!
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11.14.22
Amaryllis and Paperwhites
Sparkle this season with showy blooms of amaryllis and paperwhites!
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11.04.22
Spruce Top Pots with Jessie
Deck-orate the Halls! With our spruce top tutorials!
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10.21.22
Orchid Collections and Varieties
Explore the beauty of orchids!
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10.14.22
Protect and Shine with Neem Oil
Jessie shares how to care for your plants going into the winter season using her favorite neem oil products.
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09.30.22
Talking Houseplants with Hayden & Hannah
Hayden and Hannah share their favorite newest arrivals!
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09.23.22
Hot Fall Tips
Check out Jessie's top hot tips for the fall season!
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09.16.22
Jessie Visits Khâluna
Join Jessie this week to talk plants with Chef Ann Ahmed, owner and founder of Khaluna, a Southeast Asian inspired restaurant here in Minneapolis.
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09.02.22
Jessie's Plant Picks for Dorm & Office
Watch as Jessie guides us through planty recommendations for your dorm and office space.
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08.26.22
Fall Container
Join Jessie for a tutorial on creating a fall container with newly arrived fall annuals.
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04.22.22
History of Tonkadale
This year is our 75th anniversary! Celebrate with us by learning a bit about our history.
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04.15.22
Breckendale Visit
Come along on a virtual tour of our growing range at Breckendale Flower Farm.
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01.07.22
House Plant Trends for 2022
Jessie lets us know this years' planty trending categories, and how you can bring these trends into your home!.
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11.05.21
How to Make a Spruce Top Pot
Jessie demonstrates how to get ready for the holiday season by creating the perfect Spruce Top Pot.
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09.02.21
Fall Containers
Join Jessie as she plants a fresh fall container with classic fall annuals!
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07.23.21
Jessie’s Garden
Join Jessie for a guided tour of her home and backyard. See what inspires Jessie from the greenhouse to the garden.
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07.02.21
Repotting A Fiddle Leaf Fig
One of the questions we receive the most - how do I repot my Fiddle Leaf Fig? Join Jessie for a tutorial on how to get these beauties into a new pot with some room to grow.
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05.13.22
Spring Combo Pot Design
Join Jessie as she welcomes spring by planting a fresh container garden with annuals.
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08.03.22
Drop in Planting with Houseplants
Jessie demonstrates how to utilize drop in planting for a stylish alternative to direct repotting, while also keeping your surfaces protected.
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07.01.22
Re-Potting a Monstera
Join Jessie for a tutorial on repotting this houseplant favorite