Minnesota home to one of eight Dahlia Trial Gardens in the world
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Each year, the Dahlia Society of Minnesota plants a new selection of hybrid dahlias in the Dahlia Trial Garden at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, which is one of eight trial gardens in North America. The flowers in the trial garden aren't available to buy for home gardeners -- yet. The judges will evaluate each flower to determine if it's worthy.

Como Conservatory: What goes into a world-class flower show?

The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is known for its world-class flower shows. A lot of work goes into preparing for a flower show, and FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K stopped by the conservatory to learn more.

Como Park Conservatory: What goes into creating world-class flower shows?
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FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K stops by the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul to find out what goes into the conservatory's world-class flower shows.

25 apple orchards in Minnesota to visit this fall

Apple picking is a classic fall activity in Minnesota, with several homegrown varieties available throughout the season. Here are some of the best orchards for your fall frolic!

Pick-your-own apples at LuceLine Orchard in Watertown
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K visits LuceLine Orchard in Watertown, which is among Minnesota's more than 120 orchards. LuceLine currently has a few varieties ready in the pick-your-own orchard, as well as a corn maze, sun flower field, jumping pillow, corn tent, animals, and free activities.

90-year-old Waconia farm store owner shares tips for harvest season: Garden Guy

A local farmer has been gardening and selling her produce in Waconia for decades, and she's offering tips on what to do with all your veggies this harvest season. 

90-year-old The Lady Farmer shares her secrets
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Donna Frantz, also known as the Lady Farmer, is 90 years old and has a farm and shop in Waconia. Garden Guy Dale K stopped by her farm to learn about what she does and get tips for home gardening and canning.

Garden Guy: Farm-to-pint beer at the Minnesota State Fair

The Brewed in Minnesota booth at the Minnesota State Fair offers libation and knowledge related to Minnesota brews.

Brewed in Minnesota booth at the Minnesota State Fair
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Garden Guy Dale K stopped by the Brewed in Minnesota booth at the Minnesota State Fair to learn about locally made beer and the more than 100 craft breweries in Minnesota.

Vegetable judging on Day 1 of Minnesota State Fair
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Garden Guy Dale K visits the agriculture building for vegetable judging on the first day of the Minnesota State Fair.

Updating your planters for fall: Garden Guy

Fall is around the corner, and the new season means you may want to update your outdoor planters. 

Updating your planters for fall
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FOX 9 Dale K has tips for how to update your fall planters. And shares how the name Dale K originated.

Tips for a thriving succulent garden
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K has tips on how to successfully grow a succulent garden. The key is in the soil, not overwatering and giving the plants space to grow.

These plants thrive in the heat of summer: Garden Guy

The heat of summer can be hard on plants — especially container plants — if you miss a day of watering or go on vacation. 

Tips for creating a living fence in your yard

FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K is offering some tips for planting natural, living fences in your yard. 

Tips for creating a living fence
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K has tips for how to create a living fence in Minnesota.

Garden Guy Dale K hops into water garden on FOX 9 Good Day
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The 25th annual Water Garden Tour features all the best water gardens throughout the Twin Cities. FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K shows us around ? and takes a dip in a natural swimming pond in Golden Valley.