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University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies to prepare a lesson on food crop pest scouting.
Learn how to acclimate potted plants to the outdoors and be on the lookout for garden pests. Remember to water newly planted trees and shrubs regularly.
This is a good time to plant woody shrubs and establish good practices for keeping your garden pest and disease-free.
The pesticides we use to control unwanted plants and animals rarely distinguish between beneficial insects and those that cause harm.
Just in time for spring, Minnesota Master Gardeners have added new top performers to the results of more than 40 years of data-driven seed trials.
Nobles County Master Gardener volunteer Heather Raverty has transformed an underused space into a source of joy for assisted living residents and a haven for local pollinators.
U of M Extension Master Gardener volunteer brings the outdoors to indoor memory care.
Larry shares his skills one plant at a time, creating connections that grow far beyond the garden.
Incorporating native plants into your garden is a fantastic way to support local wildlife and create a sustainable ecosystem.
This is a good time to check your houseplants for pests and some trees and shrubs are ready for pruning. See what else you can do while waiting to get into the garden.
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