As autumn brings crispness to the air, I get excited about what that means for the plants around me. Here’s a list of just a few of my favorites...
Landscape
How Dark-Leaf Plants Enhance Outdoor Spaces
This year, I’m all in on dark-leaf plants. The dark purple, red and black hues bring a dramatic, moody vibe to the landscape that I can’t get enough...
An Easy Guide to Hydrangeas
When spring rolls around, my inbox fills up with people asking what care they should give their plants. And no other plant gets more questions than...
The Perfect Match
When I don’t know where to start in the garden, I go back to the basics: plant pairings. And just like putting together an outfit, there are things...
Key Terms for Gardening Success
While you don’t need to be a garden scholar to have success in the garden, there are a few key terms that are helpful to know. Let’s dive into some...
Winter Garden
A long Minnesota winter can be a little hard on us gardeners, but that doesn’t mean the winter garden lacks interest. Here is a list of four things...
Designing Your Landscape
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of interiors when talking about homes. But I argue that nothing makes a home feel more luxurious and...
How to Tackle Fall Planting
Fall is here, which means it’s time to get to planting! That’s right: Fall is a great time to get out in the yard, see what’s missing and fill in...
Four Ways To Elevate Your Home’s Exterior
The exterior of your home is a great way to showcase your personality and style. It also adds value. Here are some of our favorite suggestions to...
The Young Entrepreneur Behind LNG Landscapes
Evan Ceglar transforms his personal hobby to a full-time career. Meet 20-year-old Evan Ceglar—he runs the creative and successful landscape business...
The Positive Impact of Planting Pollinator Gardens
Pollinator gardens contribute to the conservation movement centered around the monarch butterfly. Inspired by the writings of Douglas W. Tallamy,...
Wintertime Daydreams of Spring Planting
While there is nothing like a gorgeous winter day in Minnesota, it’s this time of year when I find myself daydreaming of sunny spring days spent in...
Curb Appeal
Designs by Liberty creates one-of-a-kind floral arrangements. Crafting unique floral arrangements for the doorsteps and porches of Woodbury...
Gardening Goats
Afton resident runs invasive plant removal company using goats. Goats. You’ve seen them at the zoo; you’ve seen them in the mountains out west; you...
Cabin-friendly Plants and Shrubs
The Minnesota landscape arboretum provides expert tips for keeping cabin plants healthy. Cabin owners know the drill. Head up (or over) to the lake...
Woodbury Home Improvement and Design Expo is ‘Smart Place to Start’ Your Renovation
With local and national vendors, expo manager Jim Holt says there’s a vendor for everyone. Join the Woodbury community and gather with over 150...
Woodbury’s Best Nursery Feels like a ‘Secret Garden’
Ready for some new blooms? Visit Whispering Gardens, Woodbury's best nursery/garden center two years running. Woodbury Magazine readers...
3 Tips for Creating the Perfect Outdoor Space
Consider function, style and more when planning your ideal space. Hello, sunshine! Create a space that extends your living and entertaining “rooms”...
How to Grow a Tropical Garden … in Your Yard in Woodbury
Nick Plank shares some gardening tips for Woodbury residents. This article originally appeared as part of the story Bringing the Tropics to...
How to Create the Perfect Paver Patio
Outdoor living invites inspired spaces. Building a home or planning a remodel? Click here for our home and garden resource guide. Warmer...