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Bring in the Pollinators with a Feast of Perennial Flowers

Simone June 27, 2024

Whether you’re looking to establish a new pollinator garden or enhance an existing planting, incorporating a diversity of flower shapes and bloom times is a great way to ensure you attract the most colorful cast of pollinators. A variety of flower shapes (spikey, round, flat, etc) helps ensure that pollinators

Exploring Ash Tree Alternatives- Littl’a This Littl’a That

Simone June 13, 2024

In the third installment in our ash tree replacement series, it’s time to zoom out and look at multiple genera that would make great additions to your landscape. Afterall, we’ve been reminding you to plant a diversity of trees, so here’s a post that celebrates just that! Elm (Ulmus sp.)

Exploring Ash Tree Alternatives – Maples

Simone June 5, 2024

As emerald ash borer decimates ash trees in our neighborhoods, many folks are reflecting on what should be planted to replace them. This short series explores some of our favorite trees for ash tree replacement. In our last post, we sung the praises of oaks, and now it’s time to

Exploring Ash Tree Alternatives – Oaks

Simone May 28, 2024

As ash tree removals continue in our neighborhoods due to emerald ash borer infestation, many folks are reflecting on what should be planted to replace them. The shade, form, and texture provided by these trees is hard to match in a literal way, but there are many amazing trees that

Double Play Spirea Varieties that Wow in Spring

Simone April 29, 2024

Spring time is here and our plants are bursting onto the scene! Lilacs and flowering crabs might get a lot of attention, but don’t forget to invite Double Play spirea to your spring fling! These awesome Proven Winners spireas emerge right away in spring with pops of color that are

Flowering Crabs are the Life of the Party in Spring

Simone April 11, 2024

We don’t need to tell you that flowering crabs light up the spring landscape like few other trees can. Bright and often fragrant blossoms simply cover the spring branches and the show doesn’t stop there. Many varieties feature colorful leaves and fruit and beautiful bark to boot.

It’s Been a Weird Winter, but Patience Still Pays

Simone March 7, 2024

A strange winter (can we even call it that?) is now gearing up for what might be a very early spring. Understandably, many gardeners are wondering how to respond to this weather. For the most part, the usual advice to be patient and let the garden wake up before meddling

Excellent Evergreens

Simone August 30, 2023

Evergreens pull a lot of weight in the landscape. They are indispensable for screening and windbreaks, provide interest all year long, and come in a plethora of shapes and sizes. In addition to their visual appeal, evergreens provide essential habitat and cover for birds and wildlife all through the year,

The Do’s and Don’ts of Fall Planting

Simone August 26, 2023

Fall is a great time to plant. The cooler weather lessens transplant shock and makes it easier to keep up with watering. With cooler weather and shorter days, plants start focusing on sending energy into their root systems to prepare for dormancy, which is great for getting new plantings settled.

Colorful Perennials for Late Summer and Fall

Simone August 22, 2023

Looking to add some color to your late season landscape? We’ve got you covered! Here are some of our favorite perennials for extending color right into fall.

Minnesota Hardy Mums
Mums are a fall classic. Their bright color adds pizzazz to the landscape after many summer bloomers have faded.

Grow Your Own Apples

Simone June 8, 2023

If you love picking your own fruit, maybe it’s time to plant some apple trees! Whether you’re looking for fresh eating, sauce, or pie, we have an apple for you. Here’s our quick guide to growing apple trees right in your own backyard. Where to Plant Apple Trees Choose a

Put a Little Spring in Your Step with these Gorgeous Spring Bloomers

Simone May 19, 2023

The spring show is in full swing and it is truly a sight to behold! If you’re realizing you need a little more spring in your step, erm, landscape, consider some of these gorgeous spring trees and shrubs: Redbuds Redbuds offer spectacular pink to near-red spring color. The branches of