by Tina Landsburg | Mar 3, 2020 | Articles, Gardening
Did you know that 1 out of every 3 bites of the food we eat is a direct result of honeybee pollination? Alarmingly honeybees and bumblebees are in crisis. In the United States, there are over 4,000 species of native bees. Some have shown no evidence...
by Tina Landsburg | Mar 3, 2020 | Articles, Gardening, Plant Care, Tips & Tricks
Urban farmhouse, cottage farmhouse, coastal farmhouse, rustic farmhouse, modern farmhouse, traditional farmhouse…whatever your favorite twist on this hot look is, chances are this classic style isn’t going away anytime soon! If you love the look, why not incorporate...
by Tina Landsburg | Mar 3, 2020 | Articles, Gardening
Hummingbirds are amazing creatures, and their long migration north is amazing too! They typically arrive in Minnesota between May 1st and May 15th and they can use your help! Are you ready for them? Traveling approximately 23 miles per day, all the way...
by Tina Landsburg | Oct 5, 2017 | Articles, Gardening, Landscape Maintenance, Perennials, Tips & Tricks
Get a jump start on spring color by planting bulbs this fall. Here are some handy planting tips from the American Association of Nurserymen. Plan for Continuous Color. Many bulbs only bloom for a few weeks, so base your selections not only on their color, but also on...
by Tina Landsburg | Oct 5, 2017 | Articles, Gardening, Tips & Tricks
Fall is the perfect time for planting, but before you plant anything, you should know what zone you live in and what the plant is rated for. When planting, it is very important to pick the right plant for the right spot. Most perennials, but not all, should be cut...
by Tina Landsburg | Oct 5, 2017 | Articles, Gardening
If the gardening bug only bites you in the spring, you’re missing a prime opportunity. There are several reasons why fall is a great time to work on your landscape. Decreased water requirements. In many regions, fall brings more reliable rainfall than summer....
