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Connie Nelson

Team Leader | Home+Garden

Phone: 612-673-7087

E-mail: connie.nelson@startribune.com

Connie Nelson is the Home+Garden editor. During the growing season, she produces a weekly podcast, does how-to videos and is part of the Greengirls blog. She also is an anchor/producer for NewsBreak, the weekday webcast on startribune.com.

Recent content from Connie Nelson

'Pandora' frees power of story
A rip-roaring adventure story that moves from pre-World War I England to the Congo. Populated with eccentric characters, this lively novel is practically a parody of itself -- and that's a good thing.
Jun 30, 2009
'Freya' discovers self, Iceland
BOOK REVIEW The discovery of a family secret sends a reclusive Icelandic woman on a journey to the past. While well-written and entertaining, the book is not without flaws.
May 19, 2009
Set for plant swap? What to know before you go
Most of us get the bulk of our plants at garden centers. But you can save a few bucks and spice up your shopping by going to one of the many plant sales or swaps.
May 12, 2009
One of easiest ways to go green
Compost keeps yard and kitchen waste out of landfills and makes one of the best natural soil amenders.
Apr 14, 2009
Best in show
Despite the cold, Dale Bachman got an early start on spring.
Apr 10, 2009
What not to do in your yard and garden right now
There always are plenty of spring chores to tackle. One of the most difficult? Waiting.
Apr 7, 2009
2008 show: Hot, hot, hot
Hot. Hot. Hot. That's not the forecast; that's a description of 2008's Macy's-Bachman's flower show.
Apr 2, 2009
Families build a path that brings them together
One of the first things Lynn Waddell LeBoutillier did when she and her family moved into their new Elk River home in 1997 was start a garden path.
Mar 27, 2009
Bark: An appreciative look at the skin of our trees
Consider a tree in winter. Blossomless, leafless, seemingly lifeless.
Mar 27, 2009
Japanese garden: peace and perseverance
Mendota Heights was a small town when Billie and Jerre Logan bought a hilltop lot, and, to the surprise of their lone neighbor, built a contemporary house and an unconventional garden -- a Japanese garden.
Mar 27, 2009

Connie Nelson's Blogs

Greengirls

Greengirls Jaime Chismar, Connie Nelson, and Robyn Dochterman are dishin' the dirt from the backyard garden and beyond. Whether you're a greenthumb or greenhorn, they're eager to learn from your misshaps, mistakes -- and most importantly, your sweet successes -- all growing season long.


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