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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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Controlling Flea Beatles In The Garden
Learn about the destructive flea beetle and how to identify, prevent, and minimize damage to your prized vegetables in your garden.
How To Grow and Care For Bougainvillea
Learn more about caring and protecting your Bougainvillea plants + originated from South American Brazil. Give your Bougainvillea the perfect care from soil to light and the best pest control.
On Caring for Daylilies
Daylilies companion well with lythrum, delphinium, gilia, or other tall plants. And they are at their best planted near evergreens or holly.
Flowering Perennials for Four Seasons of Interest
Flowering perennials, carefully curated to combine varying heights, colours, and textures, make the most intriguing gardens.
Black Vine Weevil Beetles And Larvae Control
Black Vine weevil beetle is a very serious pest in both landscape plantings and in nursery and greenhouse settings.
Preparing Garden for Winter
Just as I prepare to stay warm this winter, I also need to prepare the garden for the upcoming winter season. Prepare plants, winter compost.
How to Deal with Brown Tips on Indoor Plants
Brown tips on houseplants indicate that the plants are stressed and require attention. Brown tips are due to a variety of circumstances.
Weeping Alaskan Cedar
The beautiful and fragrant Weeping Alaskan Cedar offers a conical form, soft & wispy foliage, and up to 30 ft of height – perfect for even the smallest of city gardens. See why this is a favorite among many and get design and planting advice from Ottawa's own Patricia.
Plant of the Year
Discover the top perennial plants awarded by the Perennial Plant Association (PPA) from 2010 to 2024, showcasing their unique features and stunning blooms.
11 Colorful Summer Flowers That Beat The Heat
Below are 11 flowers that bloom all summer and an tips of how they grow and where to plant them
Do You Have A Fall Gardening Checklist?
A fall gardening checklist is provided below to assist you in completing tasks. Cool weather makes getting things done easier.
Flat-Topped Aster
The flat-topped aster attracts a range of pollinators, many bees, wasps, beetles, flies, and butterflies. We present a quick growing guide.
A Great Year for Growing Peppers
I am going to try to save the seeds from which to grow peppers. Probably best to buy more seeds, collect seeds as well and do a comparison.
Harvest Tasty Fall Vegetables
Fall is a great time to harvest vegetables. Here are popular fall vegetables that can be harvested up until the first frost.
Great St. John’s Wort Care and Uses
St. John’s Wort is a magnificent, vivacious plant that can grow very tall with the right soil conditions. Learn how to care for it.
Gardenia Plant Problems
We discuss a series of gardenia problems homeowners may experience, including yellowing leaves, dropping buds, and sooty mold.
Silver Maple
Plant Silver Maple at least 10 feet from sidewalks, driveways and foundation as the roots spread abundantly.
January Plant of the Month: Red Osier Dogwood
Welcome winter's breathtaking winter landscape with a Red Osier Dogwood! Noted for their stunning fall leaf colour, attractive berries, variegated foliage, & vibrant red stems, these hardy shrubs grow 1-2’ yearly & can look amazing with just the right amount of sun & occasional trimming.
Bottle Gentian is a Garden Darling!
Discover the beautiful Bottle Gentian flower, with its dark blue closed petals that never open. Found in North America, this perennial will bloom in late summer and thrive with minimal care. Pollinated exclusively by bumblebees, it can handle cold weather and become a unique addition to any garden!
Janet Craig Dracaena: Low Light Houseplant
Dracaena Janet Craig is an interior floor plant or mass planted in beds. It survives low light levels, grows best in filtered light.
Introduction To The Many Benefits of Gardening
We introduce the many benefits to gardening. Becoming in tune with nature, teaching responsibility, health benefits both physical and mental.
Gardening Hand Tools for Planting and Cultivating
Discover the importance of using gardening hand tools to plant and cultivate your garden with ease and efficiency.
The Beauty of the Poinsettia Plant
A poinsettia is distinguished by having a single female flower that lacks petals and frequently sepals, which are surrounded by male blooms.