Category Archives: Gardening
Bought The Property, Landscaping Included
Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real-life wisdom on to others as I embark on this new venture of “positively purging”, as I know each of these pieces represents something
Grass
What is the best/easiest grass and/or plant to start from seed and maintain here in the twin cities? A: Turfgrass is needy. Copious amounts of water and fertilizer are what keep grass looking full and fluffy. At Tonkadale we choose … Continue reading
Professional Garden without Professional Help
How do I plant a garden that looks professional without professional help? A: Visit your local garden center and take advantage of their resources and customer service. Before you go, consider your answers to these questions: Generally speaking, I’d recommend … Continue reading
Planting Trees
What are the best small trees to plant beside my home? A: Trees planted near the home are considered foundational plantings. Trees and shrubs soften harsh architectural lines and can provide shade and insulation which promotes energy efficiency. Trees or … Continue reading
Blooms All Season Long?
How do I plan a cohesive garden that blooms all season long? A: Planting a garden for continuous color is not only appealing to us but also has great ecological benefits. Continuous color means a constant food source for pollinators … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 