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Planting Perennials in Containers

A Guide to Success Perennials can be a fantastic addition to your container gardens, offering long-lasting beauty and a variety of textures, colours, and heights. Many perennials are specifically labelled […]

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Fungus Gnats

What They Are and How to Deal with Them Fungus gnats are small, mosquito-like insects that thrive in moist environments, often making their homes in the soil of houseplants. While […]

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Difference Between Annual, Biennial, and Perennial

What is the Difference Between Annual, Biennial, and Perennial Plants? When selecting plants for your garden, understanding their life cycles is key to planning and maintaining a vibrant, thriving landscape. […]

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Starting A Compost Pile

How to Start Your Very Own Compost Pile from Scratch Composting is a simple, eco-friendly way to recycle organic waste into nutrient-rich soil for your garden. By starting your own […]

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Gardening from Seed

A Beginner’s Guide Gardening from seed is one of the most rewarding and cost-effective ways to grow your own vegetables and flowers. Not only does it allow you to cultivate […]

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How to Protect Trees and Plants for Winter

Wrapping, Mulching and More Winter can be tough on gardens in Southwestern Ontario, where freezing temperatures, wind, and snow can damage trees and tender plants. Here’s how to wrap trees, […]

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Garden Prep For Winter

How to Put Your Garden to Bed for Winter As fall settles in, it’s time to prepare your garden for winter. Taking a few simple steps now will help ensure […]

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Waking Up the Garden for Spring

Preparing Your Garden While Protecting Nature As the snow melts and signs of spring begin to emerge, it’s time to start preparing your garden for the growing season. However, before […]

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Pet Friendly Houseplants

Keep your furry friends safe by choosing houseplants that are non-toxic to them. These plants will add colour and texture to your home while keeping your cats and dogs safe […]

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Houseplant 101: Identifying Common Problems

Plants play an important role in our lives and in our homes, but unfortunately, they are susceptible to a variety of problems that can cause them to become unhealthy or […]

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Understanding Plant Dormancy

A Natural Part of the Growing Cycle As the seasons change and temperatures drop, you may notice that trees and perennials in your landscape look less vibrant. Leaves may discolour, […]

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Understanding Hardiness Zones

Understanding Hardiness Zones: What They Mean and How They Work When planning a garden or landscape, one of the most important considerations is your location’s hardiness zone. These zones, defined […]

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Rabbit Resistant Plants

Rabbits may be charming to watch from afar, but they can quickly become a nuisance in the garden. Fortunately, many plants are naturally resistant to rabbits, helping you maintain a […]

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Deer-Resistant Plants

Deer can be a delightful sight in the wild, but they can wreak havoc on carefully cultivated gardens. If you’re tired of finding your favourite plants nibbled to the ground, […]

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Black Walnut Tolerant Plants

The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) is a species known for its impressive stature and valuable wood. However, it also produces a natural compound called juglone, which can be toxic […]

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