The beautiful, classic rose has captivated people’s attention for centuries. From inspiring countless poets, composers, songwriters and artists to just being adored by many gardeners and non-gardeners alike, the rose is one of
Being a lover of all things to do with nature, I love all the folklore focused on weather, trees, leaves, fruit and seeds. Way before science-based weather forecasting was a thing (and we
I realize that autumn has just begun, but my thoughts have already fast-forwarded to spring. Who needs winter anyway? Don’t get me wrong, I love the fall: the beautiful colours and the cooler,
September is a great time of the year to step back and take inventory of your perennial gardens. Why do I say that? Well, it’s the time where you can see all the
As we start thinking of fall, the one flower that probably comes to mind first is the chrysanthemum, also known as mums. There are basically two categories of mums: greenhouse and hardy varieties.
Is your vegetable garden starting to have bare areas as the harvesting of some crops comes to an end? Time is running short, but why not fill in those empty spots with a
Let’s take a look at activities to do – or not do – in your garden at this time of the season.  The first one is that now is the time to stop
I don’t want to rush things, but fall will be here in just a few short weeks. I must admit that I love autumn. The beautiful fall colours of the leaves make everything
This past week, I was reading through a gardening-type forum where you could ask your questions and other fellow gardeners could offer their advice. I love publications such as “The Farmer’s Almanac,” which
There are many plant species that have blossomed over the last decade. When I think about a genus of plants that have made one of the biggest impacts on our gardens, the first
Gardening can be one of the most rewarding activities and at the same time, one of the most frustrating experiences – and that is just your tomato plants. It is so rewarding to
Brightly coloured butterflies are always a welcomed addition to anyone’s garden, not only because of their beauty but also because of their usefulness in pollinating flowers. Who doesn’t want to sit out in
I don’t know of too many places that have more lush-looking gardens than Niagara-on-the-Lake. Everywhere you look you are surrounded by large stunning flowers that just demand your attention. If your garden is
All these hot, humid days may be making you feel like a bit of a dead-head. And speaking of deadheads (see what I did there?), one way to keep your garden blooming throughout
Here are a few quick tips to keep your gardening flourishing over the summer months. Planting in the summer As I am writing this, we are getting some needed all-afternoon rain. Although it
In last week’s article, I wrote about a couple of insect problems that I have been seeing in many gardens at this time. This week, I would like to write about a couple
No one ever said that gardening is without its challenges. If it were all easy-peasy, well, where is the fun in that? It is the challenges that keep us invested in our gardens,
Who isn’t amazed by the sight of a ruby-throated hummingbird? They are indeed a marvel of the natural world. To think, these little creatures can fly up to 25 miles per hour or
This past Saturday, I had the privilege of helping to install a pollinator garden for the Newark Park Community Gardens on Niven Road, near Lakeshore Road and just outside Old Town. Last year
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
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