A Rebel Garden

  • Reject the Status Quo: Preparing to Build a Rebel Garden

    Reject the Status Quo: Preparing to Build a Rebel Garden

    In the first episode of our Rebel Garden series, we talked about reclaiming your space. We looked at how to identify underused sections of lawn, set realistic expectations, and begin seeing your yard differently. Now it’s time for the second phase: Reject. This is the point where you stop planning and start making decisions. Because…

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  • How to start A Rebel Garden

    How to start A Rebel Garden

    If you’ve ever stared at your lawn and felt trapped, you’re not alone. The “perfect lawn” system asks for weekly mowing, constant watering, fertilizer, weed spray, insect control, and endless repairs, then still makes you feel like you failed when summer heat hits. A rebel garden offers a practical alternative: convert a small, manageable section…

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  • Why Leaves Change Color in Fall

    Why Leaves Change Color in Fall

    Every fall, Minnesota puts on one of the greatest shows in nature. Many visitors are left wondering why leaves change color in fall during this spectacular display. The sugar maples glow bright orange. Oaks turn deep red and burgundy. Aspens light up entire hillsides in yellow. Then, almost overnight, the leaves fall and winter arrives.…

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