Ideas & Inspiration Garden Tips
Whether you are a beginner or veteran gardener, our experts have some how-to tips to keep your garden looking great.
Spring
To the Cabin! & the plants to bring along.
Gardening at the Lake Low maintenance, winter hardy and deer resistant plants for cabin. Why not incorporate some easy maintenance beds to your favorite family…
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Critter Control
10 Plants You Didn’t Know Repel Mosquitoes
“Minnesota has two seasons, winter and road construction.”
“We’ve got 20,000 lakes when it rains.”
“The state bird? Mosquito.”
Perennials
Perennial of the moment… The Peony
Peonies are about to burst! These colossal blooming perennials always catch my eye and my nose. Hurry up and stake yours if you haven’t yet, they are about to bloom in the landscape.
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How to grow veggies like a rockstar!
What do you need to grow vegetables– and actually have something to show for it? Think prep early, and reap the reward later.
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Summer
Gardening With Mom-(80s & Original Mom Jeans)
Mom wasn’t a farmer, but she could grow a mean head of cauliflower. One of my fondest childhood memories is spending countless hours out in the garden with my mom.
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Fruits, Herbs & Vegetables
Strawberry Fields Forever
Gardening for life! Growing plants that produce fruit is delightful for your spirit and your dish of ice cream. Strawberries are probably one of the…
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Spring
What is a Spring Clean up?
Clean up your garden and get ready to start growing! The purpose of a spring clean-up is to prepare the garden for the upcoming growing season.
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Spring
Spring Sweet Spring
Spring is arriving with her later than usual April showers this week. The challenging weather can make it hard to get out and enjoy your…
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Succulents
Chinese Money Plant–Pilea Peperomiodes
The sometimes hard to find, Chinese money plant, or Pilea has become a hit in the gardening and home decor world.
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