Garden Blog

Have you looked at your rhubarb lately? Mine is growing like crazy this year.  I just found a recipe for Rhubarb Chutney. It can be used as a topping for meats or even an ice cream.                    4 cups diced rhubarb                    2 cups brown sugar                    1 cup cider vinegar or dry red wine... Read More

Spring! It is here! It’s a wonderful time to enjoy the warm days and cool mornings and evenings. You may have to do some clean-up in the yard and garden, but think of all the exercise and fresh air you will be getting. Working outdoors gives your brain a boost too. Gardening is a positive,... Read More

Don’t forget the celebration of love on February 14. Of course a night out is wonderful for Valentine’s Day but a bouquet of roses (from Wagners) is appreciated and lasts longer. The day of love originated many centuries ago during the middle ages and many saints are honored on February 14. Even today, there are... Read More

The season of fresh evergreens and indoor blooming bulbs is upon us! Here are some quick and easy tips to make your holiday home bright.  First you probably want to make a container of evergreens to brighten your entryway and welcome guests. Use a mix of pine, fir and spruce to add variety and texture.... Read More

Fall is here and it’s time to take in all the beauty and color that Mother Nature delivers at this time of year. You can make a “gourd gorgeous” with just a few simple steps.  Carve a circle at the top or a little to the side, depending on the shape of the squash or pumpkin.   Carve... Read More

As the summer transitions to fall it’s time to freshen up your outdoor planters. Maybe they are looking a little faded and need an upgrade for the season. Choose plants for the upcoming cooler temperatures such as colorful fall pansies, ornamental kale, mums, and a new fall celosia called “Twisted Orange”. Ornamental grasses are a... Read More

The allure of succulents is for all ages. There are so many ways to use them indoors or out and they come in many shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. They don’t need a lot of maintenance and can tolerate a certain amount of neglect.   They can be combined in living wreaths, terrariums, fairy gardens and... Read More

Gardening and nature go hand in hand. We recently had a very special guest in our perennial display. Check out the pictures of the bird hatching her eggs in one of our perennial containers. We took special care of her and one day she and the hatched babies were gone! Even the birds like our... Read More

Are you looking for an idea to keep the kids busy this summer? Help them create and plant a butterfly garden either in a container or a special garden. They can learn a lot about how a butterfly develops and what they like to eat. There are lots of articles, books and online information on... Read More

May brings color back into the landscape for all to enjoy. Here at Wagners, we like to say “Summer is Short, Fill it with Color”.  The explosion of flowering trees and shrubs add so much color to the eye and sweet smell to the nose.   Hummingbirds and orioles will soon be appearing so get those... Read More

Did you get past April Fool’s Day without a major trick or joke played on you?  I didn’t but I had a lot of fun in the process.  I had a big surprise birthday celebration that lasted for two days!  I felt like a Queen! April is the time to think about the vegetable garden. ... Read More

Do you know 2016 is the Chinese year of the Monkey? This year claims to be a lively and positive one oriented towards an active social life. We are supposed to experience a year full of laughter, optimism and creativity. Sounds good to me! This would be the ideal time to pursue your creativity and... Read More

There are many legends about Valentine’s Day. Some believed if a lady saw a robin on that day, she would marry a sailor. If she saw a sparrow, she would marry a poor man but be very happy. If she saw a goldfinch, she would marry a millionaire! Valentine was a priest back in early... Read More

This is the time of year when we turn our gardening enthusiasm towards houseplants so we can still have our “hands in the dirt.” As recently noted in the “Minnesota Gardener” magazine, the Aloe Vera plant is always a favorite due to its easy care and the many health benefits it offers. As you may... Read More

It’s time for poinsettias! Here are a few tips to keep your plant lush and healthy throughout the holidays and beyond: Pick a plant where the yellow flower buds in the middle of the colored bracts are unopened. Poinsettias originate in Mexico so they don’t like drafts or cold temperatures. We’ll wrap it up well... Read More

Now that the Halloween decorations are packed away, you may have started thinking about the holidays and asked yourself what you can do to set the mood. First, draw attention to the front door. Maybe position a pair of lanterns on either side of the entryway to set the scene for your special occasion or... Read More

Now is the time to plant spring bulbs such as tulips, daffodils, crocus, and hyacinth as well as many of the lesser known varieties such as allium, dwarf iris, fritillaria (Persian Lily), chiorodoxa (Glory of the snow) and more. Don’t be stingy when planting! Plant in mass and use a wide variety of bulbs to... Read More

This is the month to enjoy the results of your hard work in the garden: the heady scents, glorious colors, and the fruits and vegies you may be harvesting at this time. Why not preserve some of those vegies to enjoy next winter? Check out all the canning supplies at Wagners Minneapolis location and some of the recipes in the “Mason Jar... Read More

Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy your spring plantings. While there are still tasks to be done, the most important is to ensure your plants have an ample supply of water. Lawns need 1” to 1 ½” of moisture per week. Use a rain gauge or any container with vertical sides to measure... Read More

Make this the year you attract hummingbirds to your yard. Wagner’s Garden Centers carry a wide array of feeders for these amazing birds from basic models to colorful, uniquely-shaped glass vessels that are an art piece in themselves. Did you know that Hummingbirds must eat half their body weight daily? That’s the equivalent of drinking... Read More