Container Gardening
Containers offer such scope for creativity and imagination! Containers can be grown in any area and in any plant or colour combination. Let’s dive in and investigate the possibilities!
5 Practical Tips to Keep Hanging Baskets & Planted Containers Thriving in Windy Spaces
Mastering Gardening in the Wind Hanging baskets and planted containers add charm and greenery to any outdoor space, but windy conditions can pose unique challenges
5 Ways to Craft Water Efficient Planters
Sharon has participated in weekly radio chats for over 10 years to share simple and practical gardening tips with her zone 3-4 listening audience of
The Plant Benefits of Mycorrhizal Fungus
How to Use Mycorrhizal Fungus in Your Home Garden Sharon has participated in weekly radio chats for over 10 years to share simple and practical
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Growing Flower Containers
Flower containers are a great way to add colour and life to any outdoor space. Whether you have a small balcony or a large patio,
Complete Guide to Creating Show-Stopping Annual Flower Containers
Looking to brighten up your space with stunning annual flower containers? Creating great planters involves combining container choices, soil quality, and plant quality with design,
Gardening in the Wind: How to Select and Care for Plants in Windy Locations
Gardeners often face environmental influences that affect the growth and health of their garden plants. It can be difficult to know what the plant or
How to Get Rid of Aphids in Your Garden
Aphids and summer go hand in hand, and they can be particularly bad when a wet spring is followed up by a hot, dry summer.
How to Water Your Garden During Wet Weather
Each growing season has its own personality, some can be really wet, and managing garden watering can be a little tricky when the rain lasts
Fall Mums 101: Your Complete Guide to Selecting and Caring for Fall Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums are the superstars of the fall season here on the Canadian prairies. As autumn leaves turn and the air cools, there’s no better way
3 Tips for Buying Plants to Save You Money
Early Spring Shopping Can Feel Frenetic Once the weather warms up, the gardening season takes off with a vengeance, and it’s hard not to get
How to Grow Lavender
Grow Luscious Lavender with These Tips! Lavender, that romantically fragrant flowering plant from the Mediterranean region, is an herb for every gardener’s collection. If you’re looking
Begonias 101: A Complete Guide to Growing Amazing Begonias
Begonias are beautiful, versatile plants perfect for gardens, patios, and balcony growing spaces. If you’re looking to fill your garden with bright colours and different shapes