Summer

There’s nothing like a home-grown tomato! Pick it, pop it in your mouth and savor that fresh flavor. Our Minnesota climate makes it a bit more challenging, but we don’t give up and that’s why, every year, we receive a lot of questions that start with, “What’s wrong with my tomatoes?”

Joanne is one of Gertens seasoned Annual House experts & here she shares her top ten list to help maintain your annual flowers through the season!

The ‘Scoop recently wrote about how our annuals & tomatoes are suffering with torrential downpouring from above, however, there are more issues in our landscapes. This article discusses what you need to know for this time of year!

Come again some other day. Who knew we’d be saying that? The last couple of years we’ve been in a drought. This year our soils are saturated, and our rivers, lakes & ponds are overflowing.

With the moisture we’ve had the ‘Scoop has received plenty of inquiries about some gross looking thing in their mulch. People don’t panic!!  Its prime season for slime mold. Learn more about what this slime is & what is means for your yard...

Is there a benefit to flowering weeds? The Garden Scoop discusses a few plants that can have a positive impact on your outdoor space!

Bugged by ticks? You are not alone! This Garden Scoop discusses a few plants to naturally repel ticks!

Garden Guy Dale shares tips to making homemade salsa.

The Garden Scoop discusses things to keep in mind for the '23 season!

Garden Guy Dale shares great plants for your office.

Garden Guy Dale checks out the blue ribbon-winning produce at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair.

Garden Guy Dale takes a look at what goes into wine judging at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair.

Garden Guy Dale talks about setting up for the 2023 Minnesota State Fair!

The Garden Scoop discusses Soldier Beetles & their impact on your garden.

Garden Guy Dale shares tips for keeping rabbits out of your garden — and chugged some hot sauce!