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Get out your ladder—it’s time for tea! Well, not exactly. But some trees, other than the obvious Camellia sinensis (a source of green, oolong and…
Spring isn’t spring without tulips. Tulips blooming in the spring necessitates the digging of holes and planting of bulbs in the cool earth of autumn….
To save or not to save? That is the first question. It will take time, energy and a modest financial investment to save mature shrubs,…
Creating a vibrant garden can be as simple as scattering some seeds. Sowing your own seeds offers a sense of accomplishment and allows you to…
Are you a silver person or gold? That question can apply to gardens as well as jewelry. Silver plants are an elegant garden accessory, adding…
A few years ago, I moved from my house in south Minneapolis to a townhouse in Roseville. Leaving a beloved garden space is the stuff…
A well-planned foundation border can take your curb appeal from meh to magnificent. Wondering what plants will work best in garden beds up against your…
Recipes and Insights from the Forager Chef Alan Bergo Nothing connects us to nature and the changing seasons like savoring whatever Mother Nature’s currently serving….
As the seasons change, tea enthusiasts and gardeners in zones 3-5 have a unique opportunity to explore the flavors and benefits of herbal teas made…
So, if you’ve looked outside in the Midwest lately, you know it’s been raining. I would go so far as to say it’s been raining…
After a summer windstorm, it’s common to expect a few twigs or small dead tree branches in the yard; only a few moments’ work is…
Oh, the frustration of planting a container full of lovely new plants only to have digging animals make a mess of your lovely garden arrangements!…
Forests of the northern Midwest offer more than just a beautiful environment—they also represent an opportunity for small-scale food foraging. Not only is foraging fun…
Gardening in the north is rewarding but challenging—summer days are long and warm, but there aren’t always enough of them to accommodate all our gardening…
Plan your next garden project in Canva, the free online design program. I love Canva. It gives the power back to the people. If you…
Seed bombs are a bit of a buzz word right now in the gardening world. Also known as seed balls or flower bombs, the idea…
I started making wreaths in the early 2000s, when Martha Stewart was everywhere (books, television, magazines). She was always making them with all sorts of…
It must be garden planning season because two different people recently asked me variations of this question. Let’s dig in. Question: I’d really like to…
Winter is a natural downtime for gardening in the North. There are always a few months after the garden has been put to bed (and…
We’re almost there, folks: the shortest day of the year. Photography is a dream right now—the golden hour lasts all day long. If only I…
My gardens are still not quite put to bed yet for the year—I’m still harvesting collard greens, kale, walking onions and a variety of herbs….
Like many gardeners, I’m concerned about the depletion of peat resources around the world. The main ingredient in many potting mixes, peat comes from slow-forming…
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