MSHS Events
Big Change at St. Paul Home and Landscape Show
The St. Paul Home and Landscape Show (formerly called the Minnesota Home and Patio Show) is changing this year, but MSHS will be there with a variety of bulbs, plants, books, garden decor and educational opportunities. Those who are MSHS members receive free admission to the show, which will be held Feb. 15-17, as part…
Read MorePiet Oudolf Film Celebrates Gardens
If you have ever visited Lurie Gardens in Chicago or the High Line in New York City, you have seen the work of noted landscape designer Piet Oudolf. He’s considered a revolutionary in landscape design and it’s true that his landscapes have a special feel. Whether its the stunning Salvia River at Lurie or the…
Read MoreWe’ve Got Holly, Jolly Holiday Events Planned
The weather may have gotten cold early this year, but we’re planning some warm, holiday events to keep your gardening spirits high. Holiday Open House and Book Sale! Our annual Holiday Open House and Book Sale will included both used and new books this year. The open house, which will be held from 9 a.m.…
Read MoreGive to Support Community Gardens
Thursday is the annual “Give to the Max” Day, an easy online way for people to donate to their favorite organizations, and this year, gifts to MSHS will be used to support community gardens in the state through our Minnesota Green program. Minnesota Green has been around to support community gardens for 30 years, and…
Read MoreBuilding Healthy Soil: There’s a Lot to Learn
Healthy soil is the key to solving many environmental problems we face today. Healthy soils clean and hold water, prevent runoff from rain and snow, re-mediate pollution, sequester carbon to reduce global warming, and grow resilient plants that are healthy for all the creatures that need them. No wonder we gardeners love to sink our…
Read MoreWhere to Find Us at the Minnesota State Fair
The gift bags are packed, the trucks are being loaded with books, T-shirts, tools and gloves, and all the plants that will be displayed in our education display are looking as good as they are going to look — MSHS is going to the Minnesota State Fair! The fair is a great place to renew…
Read MorePollinator Plants, Heirloom Tomatoes and More at Open House
Now that the heat has broken a bit and we have had some rain, it’s a great time to plant some additional vegetables or flowering plants. We’ve got lots of options at the MSHS Open House, which will be held Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MSHS office in Roseville.…
Read MoreFor the Love of Affinis: MSHS and U Bee Squad Join Forces
This article originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Northern Gardener. The University of Minnesota Bee Squad and MSHS are joining forces to bring you a full day of programming centered on supporting endangered pollinators. The event will be held Saturday, June 23, at the Cargill Building on the St. Paul campus of the…
Read MoreMore Great Garden Speakers at Home Show
Wow! What a lot of terrific talks there were at last weekend’s Minneapolis Home and Garden Show. The show continues this weekend and we have more great garden speakers who will be answering your questions on everything from gardening for pollinators to growing native plants to gardening for those of us who are a little…
Read MoreThree Tips from a Pro for Better Garden Photos
One of the best things about the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show is the chance to learn from pros, covering everything from home decor to gardening. Michelle Mero Riedel, a regular contributor to Northern Gardener magazine, U of M Extension Master Gardener and professional photographer, is among the speakers at the garden stage this weekend.…
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