You can still start your seeds indoors!
What’s a gardener to do in the middle of an April snowstorm, besides dream that is. We were not getting very seasonable weather but at least …
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Now’s the time to start pruning
If you are like many of us, trees and shrubs form the foundation of your landscape. In many cases these woody plants receive little attention from us other …
Ask a naturalist – Wait, don’t geese migrate?
Q: Don’t geese migrate south in the fall? How come I saw some around here during the winter? Many of us learned about bird migration as kids in …
Become a gardener
As a gardener I’m often asked, “How do I start a garden?” The following resources and suggestions will help you start and the rewards you reap will keep …
Ask a naturalist – A coyote in wolf’s clothing
Q: “Would you believe that I just saw a wolf?” -Tom Roark, North Mississippi Nature Center visitor Recently here at North Mississippi …
Ask a naturalist — Why didn’t the turkey cross the road?
In general, visitors to North Mississippi Regional Park are able to see a wider variety of wildlife in the park than in their own backyards. However, …
Tips for keeping houseplants thriving
Last month Master Gardener Debbie Nelson shared research on how houseplants can have positive impacts on our health. This month, let’s talk about …
Ask a naturalist
Upon walking through the doors of the Kroening Interpretive Center our visitors first notice the birds suspended in flight down the hallway and the young …
House plants are good for you!
January provides a time for renewal. After the excitement and yes, stress, of the winter holidays it is nice to have time to unwind, sit back and …
Cold-blooded winter survival
As the cold is approaching us quickly here in Minnesota we bundle up in sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves and coats to keep warm. Many animals that stay active …