by pleasantview | Jul 1, 2020 | Garden Pests & Problems, Garden Tips, Plant care, Summer, Uncategorized
by Barrie Anderson The very sound of the words, Japanese Beetles invokes irritation, frustration and gloom among Minnesota gardeners. We can see them in our minds chewing, crawling, and decimating our Roses, our tropical Hibiscus flowers, our Grapevines...
by pleasantview | Jun 1, 2020 | Plant care, Summer, Uncategorized
By Barrie Anderson As I’m sitting here piecing together the latest tips for pruning deciduous trees, I can look out my window and see a beautiful Betula nigra (River Birch) in my neighbor’s landscape, and right next door on the other side, a massively, giant Acer...
by pleasantview | Apr 30, 2020 | Garden Services, Garden Tips
The varieties, the depth, the amount….the thought of mulching can provoke dread or motivation. Gardens LOVE mulch as it provides many benefits, but to some gardeners it may appear as a monumental task. Think of it as dressing up your garden beds, offering moisture...
by pleasantview | Mar 27, 2020 | Plant care, Spring
Rose Pruning How to identify and prune your roses in Minnesota By Barrie Anderson Minnesota gardeners who cultivate roses in their landscapes are most likely keenly aware of pruning methods. It’s important to note there are three types of Roses that are commonly...
by pleasantview | Oct 12, 2019 | Garden Tips, Plant care, Uncategorized
Winter is coming… but that doesn’t mean you need to stop gardening! Many outdoor container plants are also suitable as houseplants, such as hibiscus, foliage begonias, geraniums, caladiums and coleus. As long as you take a few simple precautions, overwintering garden...
by pleasantview | Aug 29, 2019 | Pollinators
Everyone is talking about pollinators these days. But what’s the big deal? What are pollinators? Why should we care about pollinators? This year at Pleasant View Gardens, we have been hosting our own colony of honeybees, and enjoyed playing an active role in the...
by pleasantview | Apr 12, 2019 | Garden Tips, Spring
Whether in your garden or in a vase on the table, nothing says springtime like daffodils! The colors are so bright and cheery, even on the rainiest spring days daffodils can bring a smile to anyone’s face! Want to grow them yourself? Anything and everything you...
by pleasantview | Mar 29, 2019 | Garden Tips
All this sunshine and fast-melting snow is making me anxious to get out in the garden! How about you? Though it might be a bit too early to dig into the gardens, there are some things you can do now to get a head-start on the season and maybe even get your hands a...
by pleasantview | Aug 1, 2018 | Garden Tips, Pollinators
We all know that native plants serve many great purposes. They filter groundwater and remove contaminants, they provide habitat and food for birds, and they help prevent erosion. But there are several native plants that benefit our native pollinator populations as...
by pleasantview | Jul 1, 2018 | Garden Tips
Succulents have become the new craze in the plant world. Their easy care and interesting foliage make them attractive to gardeners and plant novices alike. We often get asked, “What is the best way to care for a succulent?”. Here are a few tips. Use a...
