In fall, the goal is to help roses harden off, stay healthy, and head into winter strong enough to bloom again in spring.

Public water systems have treatment processes in place and conduct regular testing to ensure the water supply is safe and that residents are protected from the health impacts of these naturally ...

As Minnesota’s climate changes, woodland stewards are asking hard questions about which trees will survive, thrive and support resilient forests in the future.

Learn about canning, fruit preservation, pickling, fermentation, dehydration and freezing and more with Extension's online classes and in-person courses. Water usage and water damage in homes ...

Pollinators help plants that bring us food and other resources. Learn how to create pollinator-friendly environments in your yard and garden.

The Ecological Restoration certificate is a 150-hour program of five required courses, offered twice per year. The program provides early-career professionals with the practical skills and knowledge ...

Northwest Minnesota needs new leaders. As Minnesotans age, they are seeking new leaders to step in to lead. And as civic organizations change, they need different kinds of leaders to face the future.

Fire blight is caused by the bacterium Erwinia amylovora. This disease affects over 130 plant species in the Rosaceae family worldwide. In Minnesota, fire blight is most often seen on apple and ...

Horseradish, Armoracia rusticana, is a large-leaved, hardy European perennial herb that has been a culinary favorite for more than 3,000 years. This fiery herb thrives in temperate climates and in the ...

Do not prepare your soil for planting when it is too wet or too dry. If soil sticks to your shoes or shovel, it is too wet. Press a small amount of soil in your hand. When the moisture is right, the ...

Recognize and treat common fungal, bacterial and viral diseases of plants; identify common garden pests and weeds; and solve non-organic gardening issues.

January in Minnesota may feel like a gardening lull, but it’s prime time for one important task: dormant pruning. When trees and shrubs are bare, it’s easier to see their structure and make clean cuts ...