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As fall temperatures begin to cool off it is time to consider bringing in the houseplants you may have kept outside this summer.
Many houseplants thrive outdoors during Minnesota’s summers but do not perform well or may even die if...
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Now is the time to trellis and prune your tomatoes. A trellis is simply a support system for your tomato plants to keep them off the ground and promote good air circulation. Trellising is important because it supports strong stems,...
How many employees have wished for a shorter work week, especially when it's only Tuesday and Friday is nowhere in sight? Though many professionals wish they worked fewer days each week, those same individuals likely aren't taking advantage of their hard-earned vacation time.
According to the "2018...
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Lawn season is approaching fast and people are eager to get a headstart on their lawns. Last year was tough on many plants, but none so visible as our lawns.
Our lawn care calendar provides general guidelines for when to do specific tasks...
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If you haven’t already, get your order in for bare-root plants. Buying plants as bare-root can offer cost savings over containerized or balled and burlapped plants. However, bare-root plants are limited in supply and they are only...
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As I write this, most of the state is experiencing a blizzard, and summer couldn’t feel further away. Believe it or not, it’s already time to plant vegetables like onions, leeks, and celery, as well as a variety of flowers. This article...
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This young apple tree needs some light pruning.
We know you’re looking for an excuse to break out your pruning shears. Good news — it is time to prune your fruit trees! The UMN Extension Horticulture team has you covered with videos and...
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The ideal pH range for growing fruits and vegetables is 6.0 - 7.0 (with the exception of a few specific plants such as blueberries, which thrive in acidic conditions). Outside of this range, nutrients become less available to your plants,...
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An offset of Heuchera ‘Electra’ can be divided from the mother plant in spring.
Spring is a great time to divide many of our favorite herbaceous garden perennials. The plants are small, easy to handle and they have the entire growing...
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The timing of straw removal is different every year, based on the weather and soil temperatures.
Strawberry growers across Minnesota have already begun straw removal, based on soil temperature readings and new leaf growth under the straw....
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