Over the last week or two, you have probably been busy putting together your containers with annuals. Do you find that you keep doing the same thing year after year? Hopefully, you have
We are just starting to enjoy the beautiful perennial blooms for the season – the carpets of creeping phlox, the huge peony flowers and stately delphiniums. As gorgeous as all these flowers are,
Haven’t the spring bulbs this year just been glorious? With the cooler weather, the flowers decided to extend their stay, making for a very colourful spring season. There is something about seeing those
I must make a confession: as soon as the spring starts to blossom, my driving skills come into question. I am forever turning my head this way and that, trying to get a
Most homeowners like to take pride in their lawns. We love it when our lawns are full and lush green without a single weed disrupting it. Most of us struggle, however, when it
By this time, hopefully you are well on your way to getting your garden beds all cleaned up. Once the initial clean-up is completed, it’s time to start inspecting your clumps of perennials
With the incredibly warm temperatures last week it felt more like summer coming on than the beginning of spring. The star magnolias have quickly pushed out their buds, the forsythias are in bloom
To help understand pruning a bit better, last week we looked at some of the science about how a plant grows. This week, here are some tips on pruning deciduous shrubs. In general,
I love to prune. I find it relaxing. One of the first chores we attack in our gardens each spring is pruning, but I find that most people are do not know how
We are one week into spring and we are already seeing things come into bloom. No matter whether you thought this past winter was good or bad, those first signs of flowers in
It is now time to start planting some vegetable seeds indoors. No matter how many times I plant seeds, it never ceases to amaze me how everything a plant needs to grow and
Have you had enough of winter yet? I know we all are eagerly awaiting spring and, for most of us, it’s just not coming fast enough. With the heavy snowfall last week, though,
We live in a world where anxieties seem to be growing all around us. I think it is safe to say we all are in need of spaces we can retreat to, that
Sometimes I think that we create more work for ourselves than we need to. I don’t know about you, but I can’t remember the last time I said to myself, “Wow, I wish
Many of us will use container plantings to provide an accent of colour at our front doors or on our decks and patios. These pots will often be used for seasonal plantings –
Dressing up your front entrance is a great way to add curb appeal and make your guests feel welcome. Update your walkway: The front walkway that leads the eye to your entry and is an
1. Move them closer to a light source. Winter means shorter days and a reduced number of sunny days. So, it is beneficial to move plants a bit closer to the window so the
Although once considered an expensive plant to be grown by elitists, the orchid has become the top-selling indoor plant. The orchid family is one of the largest in the realm of flowering plants: More
At this time of year, we are flooded with award shows like the Golden Globes, Grammys and Oscars. But why should actors and singers receive all glory? Did you know that plants receive
I think that there is one thing that we can all agree on – kids spend too much time on their phones or in front of screens. Whatever happened to the good
There is something about a new year that makes you want to set some new goals. Usually, those goals are centered around health, finances or self-improvement. This year why not set some new
Your Christmas tree is your canvas, so it’s important to select a good one — gorgeous ornaments can do only so much for a scraggly tree. Some people prefer the look and smell
Mistletoe, poinsettias, holly and wassailing were not always part of our Christmas traditions. Here is a bit of history. Mistletoe: The whole idea of mistletoe started in the days of the ancients Druids (around
Decorating with live Christmas greenery has long been a tradition cherished by families around the globe. The fragrance of freshly cut evergreen boughs as you enter a home at Christmas time is
Well, we all knew that it was coming, against all hopes and wishes, and yes, it arrived. Last weekend’s first major snowfall is a sure sign that the gardening season has come to
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