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Environment Blog
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05/19/10
EAB Resources for Homeowners
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has gathered helpful resources on Emerald Ash Borer. All homeowners who are concerned about this pest can start here to learn more.
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04/22/10
Celebrate with trees!
 Today is Earth Day, and next Friday, April 30th is Arbor Day. Both days are celebrated by traditional tree plantings, and with this early beautiful spring we’ve had, it is the perfect time to get a tree in the ground.
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04/19/10
What's up with permeable pavers?
Stormwater runoff is the number one cause of pollution in our lakes, rivers and streams.
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04/19/10
The benefits of native plants
If you have a dry hill that is also shady, the long taproots on most natives can help stop erosion and stabilize this tough area.
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04/01/10
Go Native! (It’s easier than you think)
 When planning trips to the garden center this spring, don’t forget to put a few Minnesota native plants on your list. The popularity of using natives has resurged for great reasons:
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03/18/10
Incorporating edibles into your landscape
 Building a sustainable future starts with the development of an interactive relationship with our environment. The natural cycles of life and the connections between healthy soil, air, and water and the well-being of ourselves and our families become obvious to the gardener. In this day of modern technology many of us have lost the connection to the earth. In an effort to regain our relationship to our planet I’m challenging everyone to consider starting their own organic, edible garden. Ornamental gardens are beautiful, but lack the engagement of one of our senses – taste!
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12/31/09
Recycling your Christmas Tree
Christmas has come and gone, and it’s time to put the decorations away for the year. Did you put up a fresh tree this year? If so, rather than taking it to the curb for the garbage service, consider using it in your garden for the winter.
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06/26/09
Variety is the Spice of Life (and the Landscape)
Those in the know in the plant and insect world have been dreading the day the Emerald Ash Borer would show its ugly face in Minnesota. Unfortunately, that day arrived in the Twin Cities with this insect’s discovery in damaged ash trees in St. Paul earlier this year.
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05/16/09
Advice and Warnings for Homeowners about Emerald Ash Borer
Healthy ash trees should NOT be cut down!
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04/20/09
Four ways to stop pests from spreading
According to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), homeowners and gardeners can help minimize the economic, ecological and human impacts of invasive plant and animal species to Minnesota by following these four easy guidelines:
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