Growing Food
Oh the joy that freshly grown produce brings to a kitchen table! In this section we will discuss vegetables and fruit that grow in central Alberta.

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

From Drab to Fab: 7 Simple Steps to Your Garden Makeover
Is your garden space weary and needing a glow-up? Imagine the sense of accomplishment and pride that comes with transforming it into a beautiful, thriving

A Comprehensive Guide on How to Grow Carrots
Carrots are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many ways, and they are also a great source of nutrients and vitamins

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 Harvest and Cure Garlic
Garlic has become a trending staple for many home gardeners because of its simplicity to cultivate, its health benefits, and its role as a natural

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

5+ Reasons Your Cucumber Leaves are Turning Yellow & How to Prevent It
How to Stop Cucumber Leaves from Turning Yellow Cucumbers are a delicious and healthy addition to any garden, but sometimes, yellowing leaves can hinder their

Eight Tips for Transplanting Plants in Your Garden
Transplanting is a routine but essential gardening function. All garden plants, including trees, shrubs, perennial and annual flowers, some vegetables, and many herbs, are transplanted

Transplanting Vegetable Seedlings
Knowing What Vegetable Seedlings Do and Don’t Do Well as Transplants Is excitement building for the upcoming gardening opportunities brought by spring? My focus is

Home Garden Irrigation Options
Are you looking into home garden irrigation options? It can be difficult to know what watering method is best to help your garden thrive. Home

When to Start Seeds Indoors
Indoor Seeding Dates for Vegetables and Annual Flowers Growing a garden is a beautiful way to connect with nature and can be a great source

Seed Germination Testing Methods
How to Perform a Seed Germination Test and Analyze the Results Planting a garden, whether it’s flowers, vegetables, or both, is a rewarding experience, but