What We Do

Growing gardeners across MN and beyond since 1866.

From two signature community outreach programs to an award-winning publication exclusively for northern gardeners, the hort society offers a variety of ways for all ages and skill levels to grow. Dig in!

FLAGSHIP PUBLICATION
Northern Gardener® magazine

Written and edited by northern gardening pros for anyone growing in USDA Hardiness Zones 3, 4 and 5, this award-winning publication is the only one of its kind.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Garden-in-a-Box program

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Minnesota Green program

A signature community outreach program of the hort society, Minnesota Green cultivates public green spaces and promotes community gardening, connecting people and helping neighbors grow healthy food.

FOR THE PLANET
Pollinator Paks™

Look for these specialty six-packs at local garden centers and plant for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. A portion of proceeds supports hort society outreach programs.

PRESENTING
Speaker Roster

Looking for experts to present at your next garden club meeting or special event? Browse this growing list of local pros.

TRAINING
Judging & Exhibiting

Through educational meetings, plant shows and publications, this program helps anyone grow beautiful specimens for exhibitions and fairs and gain skills in creating designs out of plant material.