Category Archives: Perennials

Colorful Perennials for Late Summer and Fall

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. If you love mums, … Continue Reading ››

Late Season Bloomers You Need

The end of summer can be a morose time for gardeners in Minnesota. Our short growing season flies by in the blink of an eye and many of our favorites are finishing their display. If you don't have late season bloomers, looking around the garden can feel a bit, well, boring. 

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Minnesota Native Plants for Pollinators

Interested in gardening for pollinators? Plant some Minnesota native plants! Though many of our favorite introduced landscape plants are attractive to pollinators, native plants are considered the gold standard to support endangered species like our Minnesota state bee, the rusty-patched bumblebee. 

Getting Started with Natives

If you’re the go big or go home type, establish … Continue Reading ››