Milkweed is a required plant for monarchs to live and thrive. Caterpillars munch only on milkweed leaves and the females lay their eggs on the plants as well. Milkweed is also a great nectar plant for many other pollinators like bees and other … [Read more]
Come Grow with Us!
Join our outgoing community of Master Gardeners in Dakota County by applying to become a Master Gardener. The application for this year is now available on our website along with all the details. Applications are due by October 1. The mission of the … [Read more]
Rusty Patch Bumble Bee Found in Burnsville
Much information has been shared about the plight of bees and pollinators in recent years. The Midwest was once home to a large population of rusty batch bumble bees but are now considered endangered. Photo Kim Mitchell; USFWS The bees were … [Read more]
Visit Us at a Farmer’s Market Near You
Sick plant? Strange bug? Friendly Master Gardeners ready to answer your toughest gardening questions can be found at Farmers Markets in Lakeville, Farmington, Eagan, Burnsville, and Apple Valley. Look for our table at area markets now through … [Read more]
Dakota County Master Gardeners’ Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, May 18, 8AM – Noon New Location for 2019! St. Joseph's Community - 13900 Biscayne Ave W, Rosemount, Minnesota 55068 Make your garden even more beautiful – browse our wide selection of great-priced, Minnesota-grown perennials, … [Read more]
Caring for Orchids Class
The Dakota County Master Gardeners are lucky to have orchid pro Paul Wood as one of our members. Paul recently shared his knowledge about orchids with all of us at a recent meeting, but Paul also shares his orchid keeping tips with everyone by … [Read more]
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