Fall Tree & Shrub Planting Guide: 7 Steps for Success
Fall is the perfect time of year to add new trees and shrubs to your landscaping. Planting in fall gives trees and shrubs an extra season of cool but sunny weather to focus on developing strong roots before they have to worry about putting out new leaves or fruit, and surviving the hottest days of […]
The Best Shrubs and Trees for Fall Color
While cooler temperatures are soon on the way, that doesn’t mean the growing season ends as soon as summer does! Fall can bring about some of the richest, brightest colors of the year, thanks to the changing foliage of various trees and bushes. While they may flesh out the rest of your landscape during the […]
Refreshing Your Garden in the Late Season
A little bit of late-season TLC can help your garden stay looking fresh and beautiful all through fall. Some of your plants may start to look a bit sad or overgrown towards the end of summer, so a little bit of cleanup goes a long way to keeping your garden looking good for the rest […]
3 Fresh Garden Salads for Hot Summer Days
When we get those sizzling hot North Dakota summer days, the last thing we’re in the mood for is cooking or eating a hot meal. Instead of firing up the stove, grab a big salad bowl and head out to your garden to pick your dinner! Salads are at their best when you’re growing some […]
3 Easy Ways to Preserve Your Tomato Harvest
It happens every year you plant your tomato plants, maybe putting in a few extras, just in case. Or perhaps you notice a few new varieties at the garden center and decide to give them a try. Summer rolls along, and everything’s going well in the garden, until you go outside one day and realize […]
Shrubs for Multi-Season Interest
We all know plants need water and sunshine to thrive — but that doesn’t mean the shady spots in our yard have to remain bare year after year. Some perennials actually prefer the shade, meaning you can still add color to the spots in your yard shaded by taller plants, trees, or buildings. Since perennials […]