Because the rusty patched bumble bee is so uncommon, researchers haven’t been able to observe nesting behaviors for over 25 years. But that has begun to change.
Yard and Garden News
Extension's new guide to cover crops recommends plants that are well suited to various windows of time during a vegetable rotation for gardeners and farmers alike.
Grubs? Animals? What's causing this lawn to die?
Spring is a great time to divide many of our favorite herbaceous garden perennials. Find out how often to divide perennials and which ones you just shouldn’t divide.
Many gardeners have land that they may not be using, or that could be used differently. Learn how you can facilitate land access for beginning farmers and folks who have limited space to garden.
Review some best practices for gardening on decks, in containers and raised beds, and avoid problems in your small garden.
Jumping worms are a new and unwelcome invasive species in Minnesota. Learn how to prevent accidental spread of this nuisance worm to your landscape.
Adding organic materials to your garden, in combination with soil testing, is an ideal way to promote soil, plant and environmental health. But it is possible to have too much organic matter in your soil.
Knotweed was once a prized ornamental in the 1800s but is now recognized as an invasive plant.
Catmints are an attractive addition to landscapes and attract pollinators. While catnip can be a weedy challenge for gardeners. Cats like them both.