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Everything you want to know about Biocontrols
These days, it seems as if there’s a new invasive species every time we turn around! Just this summer, I’ve found the dreaded jumping…
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Toxic Plants for Dogs and Cats, and Safe Flowers
It is important to be aware that plants and flowers are toxic to dogs and cats. This list can vary for dogs, cats, horses,…
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South East Asia Highlight: NoonNooch, Elephants and Tra Su Bird Sanctuary
Exploring Nature’s Bounty: A Day at NongNooch Tropical Botanical Garden Nestled about 90 minutes south of Bangkok lies NongNooch Tropical Botanical Garden. The land…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Cedar Waxwings
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton One late winter day, just as the weather was turning mild, a large flock of cedar waxwings…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for American Robins
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton The American robin, with its brick-red breast, yellow beak, and grey wings, is a much-loved harbinger of…
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Light Pollution and the Importance of Darkness For Wildlife
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton As days become shorter, winter solstice approaches. Long shadows fall over the garden while many migratory birds…
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Gardening for Birds and Planting for Owls
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton That winter’s night when a snowy owl perched in the boughs of my old crabapple tree will…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Woodpeckers
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton. Three species of woodpeckers visit my well-wooded, older suburb. Usually, they are most noticeable during mating season…
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The Amazing Life Cycle of the Aphid
Author: Dale Odorizzi, Master Gardeners of Lanark County Like every gardener I know, my garden has been visited – or should I say, attacked–…
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In Defence of Earwigs in Your Garden
Author: Dale Odorizzi, Master Gardeners of Lanark County Mention the word earwig to a group of gardeners, and you get a strong negative reaction.…
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Gardening for Birds – Planting for Mourning Doves
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton If my bedroom window is open, one of the best ways to wake up on a summer…
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Pollinator Tips for Summer Gardens
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton Hot, lazy July days bring busy pollinators to visit our orchards, flower, and vegetable gardens. These small…
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An Overview of Garden Plant Suggestions for Birds
Julianne Labreche, Master Gardener, Ottawa-Carleton N= Native Plant Bird Friendly Shrubs and Small Trees Evergreen Trees for Birds Deciduous Trees for Birds Perennials for…
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Gardening for Birds: Gardening for American Goldfinches
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission One pleasure every summer is watching American goldfinches forage for seeds among the flowers…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission Twenty-three different kinds of hummingbirds have been identified in North America, but the rubythroated…
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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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Keystone Plants: Flowering Perennials in Ecoregion Five
Author: Claire McCaughey, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission. “We can each make a measurable difference almost immediately by planting a native nearby.…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Blue Jays
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission The blue jay is notably recognizable by its shrieking, sharp calls and its beautiful…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for White-Breasted Nuthatches
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission White-breasted nuthatches are sometimes called ‘upside down’ birds because of their unusual ability to…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Black-capped Chickadees
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission Frequent visitors to my backyard garden are the curious little black-capped chickadees. They are…
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Gardening for Birds: Planting for Sparrows
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission Many different species of sparrows visit my backyard garden, no matter the season. Sparrow…
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A Winter Garden for Birds
Author: Julianne Labreche, Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton; published with permission My bird feeders are a source of life in the stillness of winter. From…
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Plant of the Month: Mountain Maple
When it comes to urban landscaping, mountain maples prove their worth as hardworking, resilient, and beautiful additions. Standing at heights ranging from 15 to…
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9 Small Native Trees for Urban Gardens
As November arrives, it’s the perfect time to turn our attention to a collection of native trees that equally deserve a place in our…
