The best plants and gardening practices for Minnesota gardeners, homeowners and hobbyists to grow healthy lawns, landscapes and gardens.
You can foster a healthy, resilient woodland by adding species that are predicted to adapt well to climate change.
During periods of consistent rainfall, a well-established tree or shrub will need little additional water. But during long periods without rainfall, established trees and shrubs can suffer or die without timely watering.
Minnesota lawns of cool season turfgrasses bear the stress of changing weather and can survive harsh winters.
Recognize and treat common fungal, bacterial and viral diseases of plants
Diagnose problems in the yard and garden caused by insects, diseases and nonliving factors
Identify insects found in Minnesota yards and gardens
Identify and manage common and invasive weeds in Minnesota lawns and landscapes
Annuals, perennials and native flowers for northern gardens
How to grow fruits in a northern climate
Light requirements, pests and diseases, forcing bulbs, fertilizing
Native grasses, prairie plants, wildflowers and pollinator habitat
Selecting, planting, watering, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, disease and insect pests
Planting and growing everything from asparagus to zucchini
Guides to planting, growing and caring for plants year-round
Grow bee lawns and pollinator friendly plants
On-farm food safety, GAPs audits, Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
Composting, soil testing, and nutrient management for home gardens
Harvesting and storing fruits and vegetables, food safety, canning and preserving
Practice water conservation when watering lawns, gardens, trees and shrubs
Plant selection, maintenance, environmental benefits, bee lawns, special projects
Planting, growing, fertilizing, watering, dethatching, repairing
Grow bee lawns and pollinator friendly plants
Resources and information for pesticide applicators and people working in lawn care, landscaping and nursery and greenhouse management
Practice water conservation when watering lawns, gardens, trees and shrubs
Trees and shrubs, native grasses and flowers
Master Gardeners will answer your yard and garden questions by email, in person or over the phone.
Master Gardener volunteers promote healthy landscapes, healthy people and a healthy planet.
Find out how to apply to be a Master Gardener and register for the core course.
Find the latest garden tours, landscaping seminars and other fun and educational activities to ignite your love of gardening this season.
Minnesota is home to a few species of insects with a very specific place they want to spend the winter — in our homes.
Dig up and store tender bulbs like dahlias and gladiolas over the winter to keep them for next spring.
It is time to bring in the houseplants you have kept outside this summer. Here's what to do before you bring them back indoors.
Timely information to help you care for your yard and garden.
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