Did you enjoy your water garden this year or struggle with algae or leaks? A little planning this fall can prevent or fix those issues next season. Start by cleaning! Scoop leaves, clean your skimmer and put a net over your pond. By keeping your pond clean, spring...
Mid-April is spring start-up season for pond owners in Minnesota. A common question we hear during this time is, “Is it too cold to start my pond in Minneapolis?” (I mean, the ice just melted a few days ago….!) Here is an answer from Jeff, who helps...
You know that special ‘ahh’ moment when everything is right with the world? Your pond can give you that feeling! When fish and plants are in perfect balance, maintenance drops and pleasure peaks. More relaxing, less worrying. Let’s dive in and do the pond...
Aquatic Plants, Pond Plants, Locally Grown, Minneapolis St. Paul MN, Canna Type: Marginal Blooms: Flower color varies by species, 3″ across Light: Full Sun Height: Up to 4 feet Zone: 7 Buy these pond plants here Varieties available this year: ‘Bengel...
Aquatic Plants, Pond Plants, Locally Grown, Minneapolis St. Paul MN Type: Marginal Blooms: Foliage plant Light: Part sun to part shade Height: 3-5 feet Zone: 9-11 Taros have large heart-shaped leaves held up by tall stems. Not a hardy plant but worth growing for the...
Water garden plant: Locally grown near Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN: bog plant Type: Marginal pond plant, bog plant Flower: As plant matures, you may see typical, brown cattail flowers forming towards the end of summer. Height: 4-7′ Light: Full to part sun Zone:...
