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Be observant
It’s been a different sort of winter. As gardeners, we need to pay close attention to what is happening in our landscapes as spring arrives.
- Watch for insects (see Marissa Schuh’s article).
- Feel your soil and water it if it's dry, followed by mulching (leaf mulch works great).
- Prune off winter dieback.
- And keep good records on how your plants are performing.
Assess your soil this spring with easy hands-on, fun and informative tests you can do at home. These kid-friendly activities make great community garden demonstrations.
Learn about the science behind the high-risk season for oak wilt, one of Minnesota's most dangerous diseases of oak trees.
How many square yards make up your vegetable bed? How many cubic feet of compost do you need? These formulas will help you plan your garden and figure out how much material you need.
As your seedlings emerge, follow a few simple guidelines to keep them healthy until you’re ready to bring them outdoors.
Grow lights come in a variety of colors, shapes and prices. We break down which options may best suit your seed-starting needs.
When there is no obvious cause for an ailing tree, soil compaction could be the culprit. Could vertical mulching help?
Legumes are valuable sources of protein and of soil nitrogen fertility. We recommend applying inoculant when growing a legume for the first time.
Unique air plants are easy to grow and use as decor, whether you have limited space or lots of space.
Eager to start planting in the garden? Here are a few DIY solutions to get growing asap.
It’s already time to plant vegetables like onions, leeks, and celery, as well as a variety of flowers.
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