The Best Plants for 30 Tough Sites U of MN Ext. Publication

Included in this new publication by the U Of Mn Extension Service are lists of plants for 30 Tough Sites.   The following tough sites are included, the ones in BOLD would be perfect for fairy gardens.  Depending on where you plan to create your fairy garden, some of the other chapters may also be helpful.   Alkaline Soil Annuals 3' or more Annual Vines that Grow Quickly Boulevard Gardens: Perennials Boulevard Gardens:  Small Trees Broadleaf Evergreens for USDA Zone 4 Clay Soil Cold Tolerant Annuals Compacted Sites:  Trees CREVICE PLANTS Deer Resistant Plants Dry Soil:  Annual Foliage Plants Dry Soil:  Shade or Under Trees Dry Soil:  Trees Fragrant Annuals and Perennials Fragrant Shrubs Indoor Low Light KNOT GARDENS Lakeshore Native Plants Long-Blooming Perennials Rain Garden Plants River Banks & Canoe Public Access Areas Self-Seeding Perennials Septic Mound Plants Shade:  Shrubs Shade:  Small Trees Shade:  Tall Perennials Steep Slopes Trees that produce minimal litter Under a Black Walnut Tree   A lot of useful information for only $10.00 This makes a great gift item also.

WEED 'N CUT TOOL
Weed 'N Cut	The best tool we've found for keeping your fairy garden tidy!  It's like 2 tools in one! Ergonomic, lightweight, anti slip handle, made of surgical stainless steel.  It has a cutting notch for trimming and a serrated tip for a good grip to pull weeds out by the root.  $16.99 Makes a great gift for the gardener who has everything!

PRECISION MICRO PRUNERS
Precision Micro Pruner	We really like this pruner a lot also!! Narrow, curved blades of surgical stainless steel are ideal for trimming mini plants, bonsai, flower stems, etc.  Features comfortable anti-slip handles, ergonomic design, ultra light, safety lock.  (Comes with complimentary holder.) $16.99 Makes a great gift for the gardener who has everything!

Herb Markers
Herb Markers	Many herbs can be used in miniature fairy gardens and most come in a dwarf or creeping form.   Herbs add wonderful textures and fragrance to your miniature garden.  As an added bonus you can use many of them in cooking when they need trimming.    This set of 9 herb markers are from 1 1/4 - 3 1/2" wide on an 11" pick. $19.99

Believe Sign
6" wide	To see fairies in your garden......   you may need to believe in fairies!   This little metal  'Believe'  sign can sit on flat surface or comes with pick to insert in fairy garden.   6"  wide x 2" high w/o pick $9.99

Fairy Garden Container

Container Fairy Garden Fairy Garden includes Hazelnut fairy house, fence, 18 pc accessory kit & miniature plants and paths

If you do not have a garden and/or would like to make a fairy garden in a container, this is perfect.  A lot of room for a variety of miniature plants, a fairy house, and even the 18 pc accessory kit fits fine.   An easy way to start getting kids interested in nature and the outdoors!    Inside Container is approx 20"  wide x 4" deep Clay colored hard plastic container Be sure to put holes in the bottom of container for drainage and then protect the surface it will be sitting on, if needed.     $18.00    GREAT PRICE  -  Containers this large are very hard to find!  (Container only..contents are extra)

Miniature 3 Tier Cascade Planter
	You can make a really neat fairy garden using trailing miniature plants or even mosses with this 3 tier planter.  Endless possibilities for a really unique fairy garden!   Top basket:        6" dia. x 3" deep Middle basket:    8" dia. x 5" deep Bottom basket: 11" dia. x 7" deep Overall height:  19"   $45.00