Articles by Gardening Calendar
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What to Look for and Do at a Country Fair
Country fairs are a delightful blend of community spirit, local culture, and agricultural tradition. Here are some things to look for and enjoy when…
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Fall Harvest is a great time that only comes once a year!
Fall harvests are a vibrant celebration of the season’s bounty and play a crucial role in agriculture. Seasonal Crops Vegetables: Root vegetables like carrots,…
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What to expect at a Farmer’s market
A farmer’s market is a marketplace where local farmers, artisans, and food producers sell their goods directly to consumers. These markets offer a wide…
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The Significance of Bridges in Japanese Gardening
Japanese gardens have been fascinating and enchanting people for thousands of years with their incredible aesthetic appeal and relaxing atmosphere. For a western viewer,…
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Plant suggestions for Creating a Wildflower Garden
Creating a wildflower garden at your cottage is a fantastic way to enhance the natural beauty of the area, support local ecosystems, and enjoy…
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Annuals: Why We Love Them and Tips for Success
Author: Claire Leduc, Master Gardeners of Lanark County After months of winter and pandemic restrictions, gardeners will be eager to get outdoors and enjoy…
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Mexican Association of Botanical Gardens meet in Vallarta
On April 12 and 13, the Vallarta Botanical Garden received a visit from the Mexican Association of Botanical Gardens (AMJB), represented by its member…
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Cuitlauzina Pendula: Orchid of the month
Orchids, with their elegance and diversity, have captivated nature lovers for centuries. Among these botanical jewels, Cuitlauzina pendula stands out as an endemic species…
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A new species named after Jorge Novoa Ramos, protector of macaws
This month in The Leaflet we have decided to make a special mention of Jorge Novoa Ramos, who has worked for more than a…
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Container Garden Ideas for Small Spaces
Container gardening is very popular today, but it’s not new. People have been growing container plants for centuries, and there are favorites found in…
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Favorite Easy-To-Grow Wildflower Combinations
Zinnias and Cosmos are one of the easiest and most prolific annual combinations for endless blooms from summer through fall. Bonus: This combination makes…
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Getting a Head Start on the Summer Growing Season
Author: Rob Stuart, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission. Mid-March in Ottawa is usually the ideal time to start sowing seeds of annual…
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How to Strike Harmony Between Appliance Care and Nature
In the intricate dance of maintaining a vibrant home garden, the role of household appliances is often underestimated. Beyond routine watering and soil care,…
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How to Care for Peonies
The several dozen species of peonies that are grown mostly by enthusiasts, specialists and researchers are often reproduced by seeds. Seeds are occasionally employed…
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How To Create A Thriving Indoor Garden With Modern Planters
Welcome to the world of indoor gardening! If you’re looking to add a touch of greenery and a modern aesthetic to your humble…
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Grow Your Own Blueberries
Author: Claire Leduc, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission There are not many treats better than fresh berries. Ripe blueberries are no exception.…
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Rose Pests: European Rose Sawfly and Rose Plume Moth
Author: Amanda Carrigan, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission I like roses but grow only two hardy kinds – cinnamon rose (Rosa majalis)…
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Winter Sowing: A lesson about growing
Author: Shazia Y. Hussain, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission I am an avid gardener and a lifelong learner. My garden is an…
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Essential Farming Tools: A Checklist For Every Gardener
Gardening can be a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. Picture yourself knee-deep in soil. You’re wrestling with overgrown weeds or struggling to prune hard-to-reach branches.…
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7 Dos And Don’ts Of Wiring Bonsai Trees
Wiring shapes bonsai trees by training branches to grow in desired directions. Mastering the technique lets you shape your bonsai into aesthetically pleasing forms,…
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Plant of the Year
The “Plant of the Year” is often designated by various gardening and horticultural societies or organizations, and sometimes by individual countries, so there can…
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Drying Hydrangeas
Author: Gail Labrosse, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission Drying hydrangea flowers from your garden for a winter table arrangement is easy. The…
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The Beauty of the Poinsettia Plant
Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima, is distinguished by having a single female flower that lacks petals and frequently has sepals. Separate male flowers surround the sepals,…
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Bringing Plants Inside for the Winter, Washing Your Plants
Greetings fellow gardeners, It is time to decide what to bring inside and what to take to the compost. Even though my space is…
