Nancy Rose
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Digging InNancy Rose is a horticulturist with the University of Minnesota Extension. To ask her a gardening question, call 612-673-9073 and leave a message. She will answer questions in this column only
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Migration Catchall
Don't throw in the trowel
With a few quick fixes, you can perk up your veggies and flowers and keep your garden looking good until the weather stops you cold.
August 24, 2010
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Embracing garden shade
Instead of turning your back on a shady corner, turn it into a sweet retreat by using made-for-the-shade plants that pop.
August 3, 2010
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Older isn't always better
Heirlooms are hot commodities in many gardens, but these tried-and-true plants, while popular, aren't always the best choice.
July 6, 2010
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Catalogs plant big ideas
Now that it's garden catalog season, you can shop with abandon - and caution.
August 19, 2009
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Hints of spring
A number of shrub willow species (<i>Salix</i> spp.) bear fuzzy silver-gray catkins in late winter or early spring. These showy catkins appear on male plants and often stay in the cute "kitty" phase for several weeks before a burst of yellow pollen-bearing stamens cover the catkins.
April 16, 2008
Migration Catchall
Evergreens spruce up landscape
Though often overlooked, evergreens are the workhorses of the winter garden, adding color, structure and interest, blocking wind and creating a year-round screen.
February 12, 2008
Migration Catchall
Top seeds
Even if you're a veteran seed starter, here are some new plants you might want to try inside later this winter or right in the garden, come spring.
February 5, 2008
Migration Catchall
Hints of spring
A number of shrub willow species (<i>Salix</i> spp.) bear fuzzy silver-gray catkins in late winter or early spring. These showy catkins appear on male plants and often stay in the cute "kitty" phase for several weeks before a burst of yellow pollen-bearing stamens cover the catkins.
April 16, 2008
Migration Catchall
Evergreens spruce up landscape
Though often overlooked, evergreens are the workhorses of the winter garden, adding color, structure and interest, blocking wind and creating a year-round screen.
February 12, 2008
Migration Catchall
Top seeds
Even if you're a veteran seed starter, here are some new plants you might want to try inside later this winter or right in the garden, come spring.
February 5, 2008