Local Grants for Native Plantings (2026)
Late fall is a great time to start planning for your native planting, rain garden, or other sustainable landscaping project. If you live in Minnesota, there are many funding opportunities… Read More →
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Free Native Garden Maintenance Workshop
September 17, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn how to take care of your rain garden! Join us on Wednesday, September 17th from 5:30-7:00pm for an in-person Native Garden Maintenance Workshop located in the boulevard gardens of… Read More →
Debunking Fall Planting Myths
Are you done planting for the season? Think again. You’re missing a seasonal sweet spot. Fall is an excellent time of year to plant native and support pollinators. Today, we’re… Read More →
Caring for Your Established Native Garden
Caring for Your Established Native Garden By the time your native perennial or rain garden reaches its third growing season and beyond, it’s likely a lush and colorful haven buzzing… Read More →
Fall Native Plant Sale
Planting for Clean Water Workshops
Find the perfect Blue Thumb Workshop for you this spring! Are you ready to transform your yard into a thriving habitat for pollinators, support clean water, and restore local ecology?… Read More →
Spring 2025 Native Plant Sales in Minnesota
The growing season is approaching! We’re once again sharing a list of upcoming native plant sales in the Twin Cities Metro and throughout Minnesota. Sales will be continually added as… Read More →
Minnesota Native Plant Nurseries and Retailers
Minnesota has many native plant nurseries and retailers. We recommend sourcing your native plants and seeds from within 175 miles of your project location to the extent possible. If you don’t have a native plant retailer near you, there are some great nurseries in the state that offer shipping on online orders. Browse the list…
Local Grants for Native Plantings (2025)
If you are thinking about installing a native planting, rain garden, or other project for pollinators and clean water, late fall is a great time to plan. As part of… Read More →
Planting for Pollinators in Fall
Fall might be Minnesota’s most underrated season for planting native perennials. While we think of gardening during spring, there are tons of benefits to planting in fall. We asked Blue… Read More →