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5 Ways to Beautify Your Outdoor Space for Less
Longer days and warmer weather have us thinking spring. However, when all this snow melts it may take some work bring your landscaping back to life. Spring might still be a ways off, but now is the ti...
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The year of the garden
That's what this is going to be. Or, perhaps more accurately, I could call it "The Summer of the Chores." :) I'm starting to get really jazzed for the coming gardening season--does that happen to you...
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Autumn bulbs bring spring color
If youre looking for a great pop of color in your garden next spring, take a few minutes to plant some bulbs this fall. Bulbs should be planted when the weather turns cool and nights reach 40 to 50 de...
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Look where I found some quirky and fun cakes - Areavoices Digest #86
What is this a picture of? It's a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, right? Wrong. Look again. It's actually a peanut butter and jelly sandwich...
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IN MY GARDEN
Standing room only!
It's been a few weeks since I've written, the weather surprised me. After the first freeze warning the weather has been gorgeous and I have been working alot outdoors. Watering is taking up a big port...
Posted on 10/4/11 at 5:45 PM

Tiny insect, cottony maple scale, causing big annoyance in Douglas County

When looking into your trees, does it appear that someone has glued popcorn to the branches? Worse yet, when you park your car in the shade, do you come back to find sticky sap covers it? Do you find that same sticky substance all over your lawn, windows and patio furniture? The cause of this annoyance is a tiny insect known as cottony maple scale.

By Janelle Lanoue, U of M Extension intern , August 08, 2012

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Master gardeners scholarship applications accepted

The University of Minnesota Master Gardeners of Douglas County are currently accepting applications from adult learners for a $500 scholarship. The application deadline is August 15. The scholarship recipient will be announced August 31.

August 07, 2012

Growing green - Caterpillars: Garden friend or enemy?

It seems that those of us with gardens or flowers to keep luscious and healthy throughout the growing season are always dealing with some sort of garden pest. Why is it that the tastiest snack has to be the most gorgeous or best producing plant in the yard?

By Janelle Lanoue, U of M Extension intern , July 18, 2012

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Horticulture Night set for Thursday, July 26

The 42nd annual Horticulture Night is set for July 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC) Horticulture Display Garden in Morris. It is free and open to everyone.

July 18, 2012

Extension Column - Cutworms are a real problem

Few things are more frustrating than walking out to do some gardening, and finding all of your crops half eaten or destroyed. This summer, plant disease and insects have been a real problem.

By Janelle Lanoue, U of M Extension intern , July 11, 2012

Tour of Gardens set for Sunday, July 8

The annual Tour of Gardens is Sunday, July 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Douglas County Master Gardeners and University of Minnesota Extension, the event features six Douglas County gardens, which may be viewed in an open house format.

By Caroline Roers, Echo Press Intern , July 03, 2012

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Back by popular demand - the Minnesota Grown Directory

Finding great locally grown foods is at your fingertips when you pick up a copy of the new Minnesota Grown Directory. The 2012 directory makes it easy to locate orchards, farmers markets, berry farms and garden centers where you can purchase products directly from the grower.

June 27, 2012

Growing Green - Cultural tips to prevent scabby potatoes

Many gardeners have planted potatoes. However, some have expressed dismay about last year’s crop: disfigured, dark, rough, pitted and corky, their potatoes were infected with potato scab, a disease caused by a soil-borne bacteria.

By Robin Trott, U of M Extension educator , May 30, 2012

Growing Green - Tree planting tips

This unseasonably warm spring has encouraged avid home gardeners to get a jump start on their veggies. Potatoes, onions, peas, lettuce, spinach and radish have been planted, and it’s just about warm enough to get the tomatoes, beans and peppers in the ground. (You want the soil temperature to reach 70 to have the best success with these crops.)

By Robin Trott, U of M Extension educator , May 23, 2012

Garden Club to hold plant sale

The Alexandria Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale on Saturday, May 19 at 8 a.m.

May 16, 2012

Growing Green - Good garden reads

When I am not able to garden, I enjoy reading gardening magazines, catalogs and how-to books. In all this reading, I never considered looking into the history of gardening. Now, I know a little bit about Lewis and Clark, their voyage of discovery, and their collection and cataloging of native species (check the Latin names of many of our plants, if the species is lewisii, then it’s one of Meriweather Lewis’ many discoveries).

By Robin Trott, U of M Extension educator , March 28, 2012

Tips for maintaining a healthy lawn

The Professional Landcare Network reminds consumers that fall is an important time of year to care for your lawn and provides the following lawn care tips. For more information specific to your local area, you should consult with your local lawn care professional or county cooperative extension agent.

November 21, 2011

How can watering cans help you get fit?

Finally, it’s spring! Even though the calendar said it was spring a month ago, not until recently has it actually felt like it.

By By Amy Reineke, Public Health educator , April 20, 2011

Master Gardeners offer 'Let's Get Growing' workshop

Spring is coming! Join the Douglas County Master Gardeners at the “Let’s Get Growing” workshop.

March 04, 2011

Spring is in the air: Join Arbor Day Foundation in March and receive 10 trees

Celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees, and the Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone to participate.

By Staff Report , February 26, 2011

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