Dear Master Gardener : I ordered an AeroGarden and would like to know the best herbs and vegetables for a beginner to grow hydroponically.

Answer : Hydroponic gardening is a great way to get fresh herbs and vegetables during the offseason! Leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, kale and arugula are good choices for a beginner. Regarding herbs — basil, dill, oregano, mint, parsley, and cilantro grow well hydroponically. I usually stick with leaf lettuce and herbs. My daughter has had success with green peppers in her AeroGarden.

Dear Master Gardener : Can we grow umbrella magnolia or cucumber tree magnolia in Minnesota?

Answer : It depends where in Minnesota you live. Umbrella magnolia and cucumber tree magnolia are both hardy in zones 4-8. The Missouri Botanical Garden states that t

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