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There is still time to protect plants for the winter
- Burlap barriers can help protect against de-icing spray from road maintenance.
- Fence trees and shrubs from animal browsing.
- Lessen winter kill on roses by burying them in fallen leaves.
There are more tips in our article on winter protection for plants.
Animal browsing and other damage can lead to plant stress. Here's how to make sure your plants are protected this winter and emerge healthy in spring.
Final pumpkin project update: After spending 17 weeks in the cozy pumpkin patch, Seymour the giant pumpkin was cut loose from his vine.
Most people grow day-neutral strawberries as annuals, removing the plants after one growing season. But some gardeners and farmers successfully keep them growing for two or more seasons.
How short should you mow? Should you leave the leaves? And what about dormant seeding? We have some advice.
It’s never too early to think about your next garden.
Minnesota is home to a few species of insects with a very specific place they want to spend the winter — in our homes.
Does my soil need nutrients? Did I add too much compost or manure this past year? How do I choose the right fertilizer? The UMN Soil Testing Laboratory can answer your questions.
Yes, but it probably will not produce the fruit that you want or expect. Most apple trees are “grafted.” This means that most of the tree has different genetics than the root system.
Before we know it, we will be in “snirt” season. Despite its cute name, snirt is a mix of snow and soil and a sign of wind erosion, a severe problem for gardeners and farmers.
Get ready for freezing temps with this list of things to do in the next few weeks.
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