Gardening Tales Blog

As Master Gardeners we are especially attuned to nature. Each season brings changes in our surroundings. Learn why and how to track these changes in your garden.

The tradition of bringing greenery indoors during the winter is a nearly universal human custom, rooted in ancient observations of the longest night of the year, the Winter Solstice.

We’ll have several plants that have been the Perennial Plant of the Year including this year’s Mountain Mint! Check out what you can find at our 2025 Spring Plant Sale.

Struggling with a dry shade area? Want more than hostas and bleeding hearts to fill the space? Don't rule out the amazing group of Hellebores!

Mountain mint is magic! Pollinator friendly, edible with many uses in the kitchen, and a long bloom time with attractive foliage.

We're highlighting another stunning and drought-tolerant native which we'll be offering along with many native and drought tolerant plants at the Hennepin County Master Gardener Plant Sale this year.

Have lots of sun but little space? Trying container gardening! Herbs do well in containers and can add not only function but beauty to your outdoor areas.

Looking for a unique feature plant in your garden this year? Check out several sun-loving plant ideas that are anything but ordinary and will be available at our Spring Plant Sale.

Planting perennials with a dark color can create a dramatic effect in your garden, especially when contrasted with lighter colored plants. Check out some of what we have featured at our plant sale this spring!