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Spring is finally here in Minnesota. Dark nights are giving way to longer days and slushy snowscapes yield to grounds budded with green. And with it comes the urge to…  Read More →

Want to take care of lawn areas in your outdoor space more sustainably? Spring is a great time to get started. Our team spoke with Shay Lunseth from Blue Thumb…  Read More →

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 →

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 →

Happy New Year! As we gear up for 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has engaged with Blue Thumb over the past year. Our community is the heart…  Read More →

Welcome to Minnesota’s dormant season. Leaves have fallen from our deciduous trees, carpeting the ground in shades of dull browns. The stalks and stems of native flowers and grasses have…  Read More →

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 →

A healthy ecosystem starts with healthy soil. Soil plays a foundational role in supporting life — anchoring and nourishing plants and trees, cycling nutrients, recharging groundwater, and boosting the resiliency…  Read More →

Peer across Snail Lake in Shoreview, and you’ll quickly see how different the shoreline can look even on the same body of water. The suburban lake is bordered by a…  Read More →

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 →