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Fun facts about bees
Uncover the hidden world of bees, from tiny solitary bees to social honeybees, and learn about their diverse behaviors and characteristics.
Caring for a Prince of Wales Juniper (Juniperus virginiana ‘Prince of Wales’)
Discover expert tips on nurturing Juniperus virginiana ‘Prince of Wales’ in cold, dry climates and thriving landscaping options in Alberta.
Strategies Promoting Healthy Soil
Discover strategies, including minimizing soil disturbance, to enhance soil health, prevent erosion, boost plant growth, and reduce global warming effects.
On Best Mosquito Repellent Plants
Discover the most effective mosquito repellent plants for indoor and outdoor. Also, learn about companion plants that repel mosquitoes and other insects.
Beneficial Insects and Good Bugs For Your Garden
Discover how beneficial insects can control pests, save money, and enhance your garden ecosystem in Ontario. Identify and attract these beneficial bugs.
Homemade Insecticidal Soap Recipe Choices
Discover how to create homemade insecticidal soap using natural ingredients for effective and safe pest control in your garden.
Trout Lily: Photogenic and Useful
Trout lily has stunning yellow flowers that bloom in the early spring. Trout lilies can blanket the forest floor as they mature. Read on.
Companion Planting
Discover how companion planting with tomatoes and vegetables can attract beneficial pollinators and predators for a healthier garden.
Wild Bergamot
Discover how to cultivate wild bergamot from seed. Learn about sowing, growing, and attracting pollinators with this drought-tolerant prairie perennial.
A Model for Companion Planting and Crop Rotation
Learn about the benefits of companion planting and crop rotation. Improve soil fertility, control pests naturally, and boost yields sustainably.
Lance-Leaved Figwort
Prized in native gardens and restoration projects, discover the real value and beauty of Lance-Leaved Figwort to attract bees, butterflies, and birds like the Ruby-throated Hummingbird!
Barren Strawberry Quick Growing Guide
Discover how to enhance growth and appearance of Barren Strawberry with expert tips. Ideal for woodland gardens and groundcover in Ontario.
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What to do and not do in your Fall Garden
Prepare your garden for winter success with these must-do fall tips, and steer clear of common mistakes for a thriving garden next year!
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Veggie Bites – Microgreens for Breakfast
I harvested a number of swiss chard microgreens. They are at the seed leaf stage, and I am being careful not to pull them out of the soil.
A Method for Saving Tomato Seeds
Learn how to ferment your tomato seeds to improve their quality, and plan for upcoming frost in your garden with Judith's tips!
Balsam Fir is a Popular Christmas Tree
The Balsam Fir is widely used as a Christmas tree and for wreaths. It’s a good fir as an ornamental yard tree, and it smells great!.
Companion Planting
Discover how companion planting with tomatoes and vegetables can attract beneficial pollinators and predators for a healthier garden.
False Solomon’s Seal
False Solomon's Seal boasts beautiful white blossoms, scarlet fruit, and fragrant petals, a zigzagging stem with alternating leaves.
Growing Alpine Plants, aka Rock Gardening: Getting Started
Learn the history of rock gardens and how to grow alpine plants in your garden. Discover the unique growing conditions and design tips for success.
24 Flowers For September and October
Find the perfect fall-blooming flowers in September and October to add vibrant colors to your garden until first frost.
Veggie Bites – Peonies and Borage
Oh, Borage, I love this herb! I am hoping that you will try planting it next year in your garden or in pots.
Grass Leaved Goldenrod Adds Colour
Grass-Leaved Goldenrod is a colourful upright perennial. The bright yellow plants are suitable for cottage gardens, borders, and meadows.
Grey Headed Coneflower
Grey headed Coneflower has eye-catching yellow flowers that entice birds and pollinators. It is ideal for natural plantings and meadows.
On Best Mosquito Repellent Plants
Discover the most effective mosquito repellent plants for indoor and outdoor. Also, learn about companion plants that repel mosquitoes and other insects.
Get To Know the Graptopetalum Genus
Graptopetalum is a genus of eighteen species under the family Crassulaceae. All species have the common names Ghost Plants and Leather Petal.
How to Dry Herbs
Discover 8 steps to harvesting and drying herbs so you can enjoy your favourite flavors year-round. Learn the right time to harvest them, as well as the best way to store them!
Five Scary Plants to Frighten Your Day
Fake your own fright night with five of the most spooky plants! Here's what you need to know about the Venus Flytrap, Doll's Eyes, Dracula Orchid, and more. Discover how to make these ghoulish plants part of your Halloween decor!
What is ‘Extra Virgin’: Demystifying Olive Oil
The terminology of ‘Extra Virgin’ was coined by the Romans to stop the practice of throwing hot water onto the olives before, and during crushing.
Staghorn Sumac Is Dioecious
See a stunning display of color in the fall with Staghorn Sumac! These dioecious shrubs bloom with both male & female flowers, and produce showy pyramidal fruiting clusters. Enjoy its velvety, antler-like branches and hard-to-cover areas with poorer soils or naturalize your area with this adaptable and low-maintenance shrub.
Preparing for Frost
Discover the benefits of growing vegetables in pots to protect against frost damage. Learn how to propagate Raspberry Royal and Hummingbird Sages for a beautiful garden. Get tips on collecting Malabar Spinach seeds and find out how plants can surprise us in unexpected places.
All Seasons Gardening Tips
All season gardening provides many benefits. The right type of gardening in your routine, you can save money on your grocery bill.
How To Care For Tiger Lily
It’s fun to grow lilies from bulbs, and to care for the Tiger Lily flower. It is a particularly striking and dramatic specimen
Keystone Plants Shrubs Ecoregion 5
Discover three native keystone shrubs for Ecoregion 5 that promote biodiversity and attract bees and birds to your city garden.
How To Start, Germinate and Care for Seeds
How to start seeds, germinate, grow and care for them is a gardener life skill. Many plants and vegetables fare better when started indoors.
How to Prune Tomato Plants
Pruning tomato plants will boost yields. Teaching your plants and manipulating fruit yield requires time and effort. Read to find our more.
Drying Hydrangeas
Learn how to dry hydrangea flowers for stunning winter table arrangements. Follow these simple steps from Master Gardener Gail Labrosse.
Why is composting good for the environment?
Composting has numerous environmental benefits from waste reduction to soil enrichment! Learn how composting contributes to a sustainable future for our planet.