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.
How to Store Seeds
Are you a seed collector? I am. I have a way of amassing an impressive collection of seeds that I purchase each spring, plus I
How to Put Away Hoses and Rain Barrels in the Fall
Ice is a Threat to Watering Systems Gardens in plant growing zones 5 and under face annual winter freezing temperatures that can damage watering systems.
How to Freeze or Dehydrate Herbs
As the weather cools and we harvest what’s left of our gardens, you may be wondering what to do with any surplus of herbs you
How to Prepare a Great Planting Hole
Most people look at Fall as the last gardening season of the year, but I think of Fall as the first, because really, everything you
How to Grow Beets in Alberta
The Complete Guide to Growing and Enjoying Beets Beets have been a staple in cultures around the world for centuries. Known for their delicious flavour
How to Prune Tomato Plants in August
Fresh tomatoes are one of the joys of vegetable gardening, and, in my plant zone 3-4 garden, I am very aware that my gardening days
How to Prepare Your Garden for Winter
Follow the simply and helpful tips on how to prepare your garden for winter to ensure your food and flowers grow easily next spring!
The Top Tips for Pruning Raspberries
Everything You Need to Know About How to Prune Raspberries Pruning raspberry plants is important for any gardener looking to maximize their harvest. If you’re
What to Do with Tomato Suckers
🍅 What to do with tomato suckers has always been a hotly debated topic… Tomato suckers are secondary fruit-bearing branches that emerge between the tomato’s
Determinate vs Indeterminate Tomatoes: A Guide to Pruning
Growing tomatoes can be a rewarding experience, but it can cause a little apprehension, especially when it comes to pruning them. Tomatoes come in two
3 Strategies to Deal with Tomato Blossom End Rot
Tomato blossom end rot is one of those frustrating things that can happen to tomatoes, so we’ll discuss what it is and hot to mitigate tomato blossom end rot.
4+ Ways to Grow Great Fresh Herb Planters in Alberta & Everywhere Else
Fresh herbs are simple and fun to grow, and are a fantastic starting point for first-time gardeners. This guide will explore the benefits of growing
