Tomatoes take a little effort to plant. Or you can make a lot of effort. Your choice. I do have methods on today's Garden Bite. What I do and also a video with me on my former tv show "Dig In Minnesota" and Mr. Tomato Man! There are some great tips all the way around and you'll also learn more about planting peppers. Soil temperature is key. 

You've made a monetary investment in your trees and shrubs, now you really need to spend some time. Time taking care of them by putting them on a watering schedule. Learn more on today's Garden Bite. How to figure out the amount of water and how often to water them! 

On today's Garden Bite I talk about the investment of trees, what NOT to plant and some ideas of trees to plant instead. I talked with my friend, an Arborist, for great ideas. Hint, she calls Autumn Blaze Maple, Autumn Disaster...  

Blueberries are loaded with the good stuff AND they taste great in everything. Growing blueberry bushes does require some work, especially for those of us in northern climates and without acidic soil. Learn how on today's Garden Bite and also some great suggestions on cultivars.

Today I'm sharing plants for pollinators and also hummingbird attractors! There are lots of them and I have a comprehensive list that includes trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials too. Go to Garden Bite website for all the details. 

Today's Garden Bite is about plant shopping. Some tips and tricks to help in your selections to get the most bang for your buck! And have FUN!

Finally, most of you are into full-on gardening! It’s been a long wait but we’re exploring all our local garden centers and finding so many plants to purchase! Or is that just me? No, I doubt it, especially based on the number of people I see! I’ve always been one to plant annuals exclusively in containers but this year I'm changing it up! I bought a few packs of sunflowers this year and am excited to get them growing! Get more ideas from today's Garden Bite and find these flowers on my website. 

While I’m not a hockey player, living in Minnesota, a person comes to know a few terms anyway. What’s that got to do with gardening, you ask, well, this plant I’m highlighting today would be the Hat Trick of Annuals. Nasturtiums. They are beautiful, edible and pollinators love them. Learn more about these easy annuals on Garden Bite and find recipes too!

We are finally feeling warmer temperatures and seeing more sunshine! It’s been a long haul this spring. Now is the time to plant gladiola, dahlia and canna bulbs for summer bloom! Alliums, oriental lilies, begonias and bulbs I can’t pronounce are also on that list too. Check out my tips on today's Garden Bite. 

Growing vegetables and herbs in containers is a great way to garden if you have less space or if your sunny area is smaller. I’ve got tips today on the size container to use and what TYPE of container. Check out gardenbite.com too!