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Critical Drought-Proof Things to do this Fall 2021 In the year of the 2021 drought, there are certain critical things that need to be done to make sure your plant and landscape pull through. Remember to water very deeply.  Even if you have an irrigation system, that...

I am a little late for Valentine's day writing this blog, but I felt it was a good time to detail out the many fantastic heart-shaped garden plants that exist to liven up your garden.  Since we are smack dab in the growing season it isn't too late to get on board with...

The Opposite of What We Thought.... Covid-19 came on out of nowhere and it brought with it amazing opportunities in the Landscape Industry.  At first, we all thought the year was shot.  In fact, many were so scared they thought landscaping might collapse in general...

A Desert SW Landscape in Minnesota. It can be done! I often get asked to create Desert SW landscapes.  Minnesotan snowbirds must really have an affinity for the look.  I sense they want their yard looking like that of what they have found to be in their winter...

Climate Friendly Zone 5 Trees for Minneapolis Now that our warming climate is here to stay, landscapes in Minneapolis can safely use many zone five trees.  It is important to remember that zone 5 trees are to be used in the city.  Most delicate plants, such as the...

Delectable Drought Resistant Landscape Treats 2021 is now officially the hottest summer on record in Minnesota.  It was brutal.  As the owner of Beds and Borders Landscape Design, I can attest that the crew members suffered and so did the plants.  Future years may be...

Bushes on a Stick are In! Landscape trees on a stick are perfect for making an impact in the landscape.  Horticulturists recognize these bush/sticks as a tree on a standard.  In layman's terms, these are basically bushes glued to the top of a tree stem through a...

Let Hydrangea be the Star of your Garden Show. If a Hydrangea scheme prevails in a landscape it will certainly be the star of the show come mid-summer.  Since there is a multitude of Hydrangeas I thought I would details out my favorites.  The choices below have a full...

Why should I remove all of my grass, you say?   Easy.   It saves time, money and our climate.  I don't understand?  Well....This all started when big business back in the 50's brainwashed America into thinking that is was a dream fulfilled when you had a house, green...

Awesome Plants with a Flaw (industry mislabeling on purpose?) As a landscape designer, I plant a lot of awesome plants, and over time it had become aware to me that the nursery industry seems to have a knack for mislabeling.  Their sole motivating for this is to cover...