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Annuals
July in the Garden: Tips to Beat the Heat
July is for patriotic porch time, hot lazy days spent listening to the cicadas, and shaded evenings staying up late on the deck or patio.…
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Critter Control
Top 9 Perennials You Can Use to Start a Perennial Garden
Looking to grow a garden but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! Read about the top nine perennials you can…
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Garden Tips
Smart Summer Watering Tips for Healthy Plant Care
Summer is peak season for growth—and stress. High temperatures, intense sunlight, and unpredictable rainfall mean your garden needs thoughtful attention. The most important aspect of…
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Annuals
Fertilizing Annual Plants
Just like humans, your annual plants are living things that need food to help them grow. Along with sunlight and water, it is important that…
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Bees & Butterflies
Pollinator Week: Creating an Eco-Friendly Garden
At Sunnyside Gardens, we’ve always loved planting flowers that attract beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds—but now, we’re turning our focus to one of the most important…
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Garden Tips
Frost-Free at Last! What the Last Frost Date Means for Your Garden
Frost-Free at Last, Minnesota Gardeners! It’s official—the average last frost date has come and gone, and we’re heading into prime planting season! For most of…
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Design
Square Foot Gardening: The Ultimate Urban Gardening Solution
Square foot gardening is a space-saving, high-yield method that makes urban gardening accessible for beginners and experts alike. By dividing a raised garden bed into…
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Design
How to Create a Stunning Container Garden
Custom containers are an easy way to add color and personality to your garden, patio, or landscape. Whether you prefer bold and creative designs or…
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Fall
Gardening Maintenance Schedule
Do you strive to have the perfect garden year round? Our garden maintenance schedule can help you do just that! Use our calendar and gardening…
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