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Be observant
It’s been a different sort of winter. As gardeners, we need to pay close attention to what is happening in our landscapes as spring arrives.
- Watch for insects (see Marissa Schuh’s article).
- Feel your soil and water it if it's dry, followed by mulching (leaf mulch works great).
- Prune off winter dieback.
- And keep good records on how your plants are performing.
Several of the most popular asparagus varieties for Minnesota gardeners are being discontinued. While you may be able to snag a few remaining crowns from an online retailer, it is time to look for different varieties.
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In 2020, Master Gardener volunteers rated tomatoes, mini-cucumbers, cauliflower, basil, red lettuce, portulaca and white larkspur.
When planted in the right conditions, yews can tolerate our cold winters without protection.
We have some nice weather forecasted that most likely will give us one more opportunity to wrap up those last tasks before winter settles in.
You can help reduce the spread of invasive species by reporting what you find while out in the woods using the Great Lakes Early Detection Network app.
Blue gentian blooms late in the Minnesota growing season, making it an important nectar and pollen source for bumble bees still foraging in late fall.
Take a look at five grasses that are good selections to add color and interest to your garden in the fall.
European chafer is an invasive insect and a severe pest of turfgrass. The grubs are considered more destructive to turf than Japanese beetles because they feed longer during the year.
Beekeeping classes and events are designed to help professionals and homeowners support and keep bees. They are also for bee owners and those who raise bees for honey production.
These educational opportunities are for small to medium-sized fruit and vegetable farms, but any farmer or gardener is welcome to attend.
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