Let’s look at the 3 main types of Hydrangeas that are hardy in Minnesota: Arborescens (the traditional), Paniculata (the cone-shaped), and Macrophylla (the color changing.)
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Perennials are winter hardy plants that come back for several years and can be maintained easily once established. Each perennial offers a unique feature in your garden. Whether it’s brilliant color or textured foliage, these plants are utilized by many homeowners to create a more attractive landscape. Many years of enjoyment can come from a one-time planting session. As if that wasn’t convincing enough here are 5 reasons why we recommend adding perennials in the landscape.
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Take what you learned last year and grow your own ingredients for a pizza garden. What is a pizza garden, you ask? A pizza garden is growing your favorite ingredients to top off a pizza. Whether it’s creating a space in an existing garden or creating a new garden, a pizza garden is a great way to get the family involved in such a rewarding experience. Because who doesn’t love pizza!
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What do all of these b’s have in common?? They are all pollinators! There are many different pollinators that flowers can attract to your garden, but the most common are hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, goldenrod soldier beetles, and bumblebees.
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Here is a list of ways to create an outdoor living space right in your own backyard.
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For year-round color interest it is best to add plants that bloom at different times throughout the spring/summer/fall. Spring is a beautiful time of the year that reminds us there is life after a long winter season. Here are our top picks for Spring blooming perennials and shrubs.
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