
Growing Together: Cedar leaf miner is another pest that can attack your garden
Last week I wrote about a relatively new insect that has moved into town – the box tree moth. Now, I would like to introduce you to another pest we are seeing more
Last week I wrote about a relatively new insect that has moved into town – the box tree moth. Now, I would like to introduce you to another pest we are seeing more
Last fall, I wrote about a new insect that was finding its way into Niagara – the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis). As the name indicates, it is primarily found on all species
When we think of flowering trees and shrubs, our minds usually turn to those early spring bloomers – magnolia, forsythia, ornamental cherries and pear trees, and redbuds. Once that initial burst of flowers
Early to mid-June is the best time to be pruning your evergreens. Pruning seems to be one of the most frustrating and the most misunderstood areas of gardening. The longevity of a plant
“Summertime and the living is easy” indeed. At this time of year, we start to move out onto our patios to enjoy the great outdoors. Our minds turn to hosting barbecues for friends and
Well, our milder night-time temperatures mean it should be safe to put our annual containers out. Container gardening is something that everyone can participate in. Whether you live in a house or an apartment
Is your garden a bit of a mishmash? Does looking at it leave you feeling blah or even chaotic? Then you need to add some life to your garden and take it from
At this time of year, we all seem to get the planting bug. We just can’t wait to get outside and start putting new plants into the ground or into containers, or to
Healthy soil is the key to any successful garden. It is the foundation on which a healthy garden is built. Over the past decades, we have relied heavily upon synthetic fertilizers as a
Spring bulbs are a welcome sight for the winter-weary soul. Author Jean Hersey is quoted as saying, “I love planting bulbs. It is making promises with tomorrow, believing in the next year and
We don’t often think about it, but some edible, berry-producing plants can also add an ornamental element to your garden. When the pandemic began, there was a notable increase in people’s interest in
Can’t you feel it? The air temperature is warming up and the soil temperatures are rising. The crocuses are blooming and spring is about ready to explode. Why not get an
In the fall, I like to leave any perennials that have interesting seedheads and textures, such as the ornamental grasses, to add interest to the winter garden. Now is the time
In the fall, I like to leave any perennials that have interesting seedheads and textures, such as the ornamental grasses, to add interest to the winter garden. Now is the time to cut
Pruning roses seems to be one of those many mysteries of gardening. If you have roses, you probably know they require some pruning to keep them healthy, but what does that actually look like? As
Spring is officially here. It had to happen at some point. The temperatures are warming up, the snow is melting and the birds are singing. One of the first tasks that we tackle in the
Last week we looked at some of the science behind how a plant grows, which helps us understand pruning a bit better. This week, we have some tips on pruning deciduous shrubs. In general,
To prune or not to prune? One of the first chores that we attack in our gardens each spring is pruning, but I find most people are not quite sure how to prune
I am ready for spring, but as I am writing this, looking out the window at another snowy day, I don’t think that winter is ready to give up yet. They are calling
Spring will soon be here … I promise! And as soon as you can get the shovel in the ground, you can start preparing new gardens. Here are some simple steps to follow. STEP
Last week, I wrote about the importance of a sense of flow in your landscape. That refers to the way people move through the space physically, but it also means how the eye
Like our homes, gardens are an expression of who we are. If you are living in a newer neighbourhood, you will know that houses tend to look are similar. As you go down some
Over my years of designing, I often come across a familiar scenario. I notice the clients have done nothing with their backyard yet, even after living there for several years or longer. When I
I wrote last week about the importance of adding a “sense of entry” to your front or back garden. Let's look at the next sense that is required for good garden design – the
I wrote last week about taking advantage of the winter months to plan for changes that you would like to make in your garden. When speaking of gardens, there are five senses of design
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