Put lettuce stumps in water to watch them grow. You can do this with almost all of your vegetables. Use them for vegetable soup and stock.

Trowel Talk Newsletter for January 15, 2022 is now available. In this issue we discuss:Seed Catalogues–The pleasure of reading them and the information gained.Amaryllis–How to grow your plant and regrow it the following year.Understanding Soil–What’s going on beneath our feet? Charming…

I really I never realized how much I did not know about bumblebees. And, I am testing the pepper seeds to check their viability. was viable.

Let us introduce you to dozens of fascinating beneficial insects. These best bugs are needed for your garden to flourish. Explore with us.

We discuss how to choose the right plants for your butterfly garden and establish smart practices to provide a safe haven for butterflies.

Doesn’t everyone just love manicured gardens with pools, fancy pots, and decor? Exotic plants and flowers simply make the entire surrounding prettier. Well, while all of these may seem like a breath of fresh air, they are sadly do not…

You can construct a seed growing light stand or modify an inexpensive shelving unit. Take into account light, air currents and growth space

I have no craft shows booked, no talks or meetings for a while, so I am going to read the book that I bought for my birthday in May.

 Trowel Talk December 15, 2021 is now available, brought to you by the Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton and Lanark County. This months newsletters features the following:Cape Primrose, a houseplant superhero.Ikebana, Flower arrangements for gardeners.Gardeners Beware–Winter Creeper.Book Review: The Little…

Planning your garden for the next season can add to the joy of gardening. Planning allows new ideas and accentuating what worked well.