Enjoying the Garden in Fall Fall is a great time of year to be in your garden. Cooler temperatures make it more comfortable and less stressful for new plantings to establish themselves, and we watch our plants that were once robust and thriving start to look tired as they send energy down to their ..read more

As the summer starts to dwindle, so do our gardens. But that doesn’t have to be the case for your garden, as late summer is actually a great time for late blooming perennials to shine. There are many great varieties available that will bring color to your garden when everything else starts to fade ..read more

As summer slowly fades and fall draws near, gardens across the landscape undergo a transformation. The vibrant blooms we cherished all season start to fade as plants shift their energy to their root systems, preparing for winter. But just as other plants wind down, perennial grasses and sedges take center stage, offering movement, texture, and ..read more

As Summer slowly fades away and Fall approaches, we start to notice a change in our gardens. Those colorful blooms we love, start to fade as the plant begins sending all its energy to its storage system in the roots to prepare for winter. But just as everything else begins to fade, we see a ..read more

Looking for Ash Tree Replacements? If your landscape has been affected by the emerald ash borer, you might be facing the daunting task of replacing trees that have succumbed to this destructive pest. The emerald ash borer, an invasive species, has devastated countless ash trees across the country, leading to significant ecological and aesthetic ..read more

Beetles, Slugs, and Powdery Mildew, Oh My! Pest and disease control in the garden can be a very difficult and frustrating task for many people. There is nothing worse than seeing a problem arise on your favorite plant and not knowing what's wrong! Don’t panic, we are here for you. As gardeners, we ..read more

If you’re looking to learn how to plant grass seed, we’ve got some tips for you from our supplier Twin Cities Seed! We also wanted to let you know that we stock many types of premium grass seed from Twin Cities Seed by the bag or in bulk! From classic Sunny Lawn seed to Dense Shade Mix , from Salt Tolerant Blend to the U of M Bee Lawn Mix, you’ll find a grass seed mixture to meet your needs! Stop into the garden center to see the latest stock, talk to our staff, and choose the best seed for your projects and check out the general planting instructions below! Don’t have a broadcast sprea ..read more

2024 Quilt Show Presented by the Plum Creek Quilters and held in the Sargent’s Nursery greenhouse! Join us in the tropical warmth of our greenhouse as you experience a spectacular showcase of quilting expertise and talent. Door Prizes – Quilting Vendors – Class Projects  – Wool & Fiber Art  – Pieced Quilts  – Appliqued Quilts  – Fun Challenges  – Accessories Friday, Saturday, & Sunday January 5, 6, and 7, 2024 $5 Admission Daily 9AM-4PM ..read more

Sargent’s Nursery is proud host of the 2024 Quilt Show Presented by Plum Creek Quilters. Join us in the tropical warmth of our greenhouse as you experience a spectacular showcase of quilting expertise and talent. Door Prizes – Quilting Vendors – Class Projects  – Wool & Fiber Art  – Pieced Quilts  – Appliqued Quilts  – Fun Challenges  – Accessories Friday, Saturday, & Sunday How can we help? We encourage you to visit the garden center to explore our full offerings and connect with our team of experts. Our team is on hand to help with any questions you hav ..read more

Changes in the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map for Minnesota and Wisconsin   Did you hear? The USDA updated its Plant Hardiness Zone Map for the first time in more than 10 years! The 2023 map shows that half of the country has shifted to warmer zones over the last decade, which means many gardeners may be able to grow plants that would not previously survive in their part of the country. Red Wing has NOT changed zones, so we will not change how we sell and label plants here at Sargent’s Nursery. We may be able to source specific plants for interested people, in closeby communities, like ..read more