The best plants and gardening practices for Minnesota gardeners, homeowners and hobbyists to grow healthy lawns, landscapes and gardens.
Brown marmorated stink bugs find our homes quite suitable for shelter to help them survive the winter.
You can build a hydroponics set-up for less than $40, or with materials you may already have, and keep growing fresh greens all winter long indoors.
It’s never too early to think about next year’s garden! Here are the results from the 2021 Annual Flower Trial conducted at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center.
Recognize and treat common fungal, bacterial and viral diseases of plants
Learn what has damaged your plant or lawn - such as insect, disease or weather
Identify and manage common and invasive weeds
Identify insects found in Minnesota yards and gardens
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
Composting, soil testing, and nutrient management for home gardens
Harvesting and storing fruits and vegetables, food safety, canning and preserving
Practicing 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
Practicing 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.
Brown marmorated stink bugs find our homes quite suitable for shelter to help them survive the winter.
Taking some time to learn how your favorite houseplant grows will save you time (and money) in the long run.
Setting up a compost system is a great way to convert your food and landscape scraps into valuable organic matter for your garden.
Timely information to help you care for your yard and garden.
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