The best plants and gardening practices for Minnesota gardeners, homeowners and hobbyists to grow healthy lawns, landscapes and gardens.
The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Meeker County as of October 11, 2023.
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.
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
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Find the latest garden tours, landscaping seminars and other fun and educational activities to ignite your love of gardening this season.
Rather than create their own colonies, lemon cuckoo bumble bees take over the nests of other bumble bees. Though this sounds aggressive, their behavior can indicate a healthy pollinator ecosystem.
Inspecting and cleaning plants before bringing them back inside can reduce the chances of pests like mealybugs from taking up winter residence in your house.
Oak wilt is a debilitating fungal disease that can kill all species of oaks quickly. So, what does it mean when we say "oak wilt status is safe"?
Timely information to help you care for your yard and garden.
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