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, …
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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 …
Chose a live tree this holiday season
I have been writing this Potting Shed column for nearly 16 years and those of you who have been reading them are probably well aware of my …
It’s the rutting season
It’s that time of year when everything seems to be slowing down and getting ready for a long winter’s rest. However, not everyone is ready to settle down …
The sweet Painted Lady
While rambling through my gardens and even strolling by my neighbors’ boulevard gardens when walking down the street I have been struck this fall by …
The changing leaves
As autumn settles in, change is quite literally in the air. The chill on the breeze and a little less sunlight each day signals plants and animals to …
New threats to the garden
In spite of the recent stretch of 80 and 90 degree days, fall is definitely in play. The leaves are beginning to show their true colors and the asters …