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Lawn and garden season is right around the corner, and now is the ideal time to take a look at what landscape designers recommend to create a stunning atmosphere right outside your home. When it comes to 2020's hottest trends, the following are some that are worth talking about.

• Low-Maintenance
  If there is any single point to zero in on, low-maintenance landscaping is most certainly the one you want to focus on. Time is precious in the 21st century, and homeowners don't have time to dedicate to endless hours of landscaping chores. At the same time, homeowners still want their landscape to be the talk of the neighborhood. When designing your landscape, strike a balance between keeping it low-maintenance while still including enough grass, shrubbery, plants, and other features to make it enjoyable.

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Minnesota is proudly known as "Land of 10,000 Lakes," and there are certainly multiple bodies of water near Minneapolis homes for sale. But lakes are only part of the beautiful scenery that makes St. Paul homes for sale so desirable. Every day's a vacation when you visit these amazing spots around the Twin Cities.

1. Lake Nokomis Park - 4955 W. Lake Nokomis Pkwy., Minneapolis, MN 55417
   Named for Hiawatha's grandmother in Longfellow's epic poem, Lake Nokomis Park is visual poetry. The 204-acre lake and its surroundings provide a peaceful oasis rarely found in an urban setting. Enjoy the view while you drive around the lake, or stroll the 2.7-mile pedestrian trail that circles the perimeter with your leashed dog. Watch for colorful butterflies at the four-acre Nokomis Naturescape Garden and its landscape of native grasses and wildflowers. Park hours are 6 a.m. - midnight daily. The garden is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

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When you feel like you've been stuck indoors for a long time, sometimes you just need to take a drive and see the sights. Luckily, you'll find a lot of fun and unique attractions near our Minneapolis homes for sale. If you're in the mood to go for a drive, be sure to check out these Twin Cities landmarks. 

• Minneapolis Sculpture Garden - 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
  A park and an art gallery rolled into one, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is one of the best places in the Twin Cities to walk around and have your mind blown in the great outdoors. The park spans 11 acres, with several miles of walking trails that lead to dozens of unique and eye-catching sculptures. The Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture is arguably the park's most iconic fixture, but there are enough to keep you busy for days, including works by some of the most renowned sculptures of the 20th century.

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The long-awaited return of the Cross Country World Cup to United States snow is nearly upon us, and Minnesota is the perfect place to mark the occasion. Winter sports are a huge attraction around Minneapolis homes for sale, and the Fastenal Parallel 45 Winter Festival includes the first World Cup race to be held in the country since 2001. There will be races for world-class cross country skiers and citizens alike, along with food, music, and so much more. Get ready for one of the most exciting family events of the season, with our guide to the Fastenal Parallel 45 Winter Festival in Minneapolis.

Fastenal Parallel 45 Winter Festival

Dates: March 14-17, 2020

Location: The Trail Head – 1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55422

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Does winter really start before the first game of pond hockey is played in Minnesota? Whether you're a hockey fanatic or you simply love reviving the traditions of winter with friends, there's nothing like a little pond hockey to get the blood pumping on a chilly day. Given that long tradition, it's only natural that the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships are played on "The Pond" at Lake Nokomis Park in Minneapolis. We are ready for the action, and we've got the details on how to enjoy the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships in 2020.

U.S. Pond Hockey Championships

Dates: January 23 – 26, 2020

Location: Lake Nokomis Park – 4955 W. Lake Nokomis Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55417

• Follow the Path of the Legends of the Pond
  Always a highlight of the season close to Minneapolis homes for sale, the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships are now entering their 15th years of family fun. What started as a passion project of founder Fred Haberman has grown into the biggest and best pond hockey tournament you'll find anywhere. There are more than 650 games played on 28 rinks over the course of the three-day event, with tons of teams across all age levels and just as many volunteers who help make the magic happen. Whether you're playing in the games, cheering on your favorite squad from the sidelines, or volunteering to help make the event happen, the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships are a special time for everyone involved.

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