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Fall Hot Tub To-Do’s
Draining and Filling your tub at the first signs of fall is the perfect way to get your spa ready for heavier use in the colder seasons. I like to reference the bed sheets analogy – fresh water in the spa is like putting fresh sheets on the bed. The fresh feel is...
2022 October Gardening Tips
It's October 2022 and in the world of gardening there's plenty to do! From pruning to planting and of course decorating! October offers a variety of fun activities to keep us gardeners busy and soaking up as much of the outdoors as we can. To keep you busy as a bee...
Mealybugs 101
The summer is coming to an end, so it's time to bring your plants inside. We said plants, not mealybugs! Before it's too late, here's everything you need to know about the nutrient-sucking, little white cotton-like-critters that could cause you a lot of headaches...
Top 5 Unique Vegetable & Fruit Seeds
With only 23 days remaining in summer, gardeners all over Canada are excited about a new growing season! And we all know that with a new season comes a lot of work cleaning, pulling, storing and planning, of course! If your plans include adding something unique,...
September Gardening Tips
With the approach of September comes all things cool and cozy. That could mean growing your cool crops for soups, stews and more in the garden! Though fall isn't here quite yet, there is still plenty to do in the garden to prepare for an entirely new season. If...
Summer Watering 101
Who knew Canada could get so hot!? With the summer we've been having, it's hard to find the energy to get much work done. During times like these, you might find your garden is happy and healthy one minute and then droopy and sad the next! If the heats getting to...
How To Attract Butterflies
Whether their delicate presence provides you with symbolic reflection, calm enjoyment or healthy pollinated blooms, butterflies are one of the most beautiful critters to enter our gardens. Lucky for us, these floating beauties can be swayed to visit more often if...
Top 5 Deer-Resistant Fall Bulbs
With the approach of a new season, comes plenty to do in the garden! Perhaps the best place to start is to think about what might have gone wrong this year so that we can do our best at preventing it from happening the following year. One problem area that we are...
August Gardening Tips
With the tail end of summer here, it's time to squeeze in every last drop of the sunny outdoors that we can! In this week's blog were here to keep you busy and growing in the garden with all that there is to do for the month of August! Lawn & Pond Keep lawns...
Eremurus 101
Also known as Foxtail Lilies, Desert Candles and King's Spears, Eremurus are strikingly unique members of the Asphodelaceae family. Originating from all over the world in Asia, China, Turkey, and Europe. They can reach up to seven feet tall in varieties of whites,...
How To Treat Slugs
With only four types of slugs in Canada, it sure feels like there are more than enough to go around! For as long as we can remember slugs have always been one of the worst pests in the garden. Nibbling tiny little holes in just about everything invites unwanted...
Top 5 Water Plants
Whether you're looking to add more plants to your pond or looking to add some to your indoor or outdoor space, water plants hold a special place in many gardeners hearts. These easy growers come in many different shapes, blooms, vines, and more! Though they're not...
July Gardening Tips
It's officially summer, so it's time to sit back and enjoy your hard work! Or is it? If you're like us and enjoy every minute you can get gardening, then we're here to help keep you busy (and your garden at its best). Check out our handy list of to-do's for the...
Hummingbirds 101
Zippy yet delicate, the Hummingbird is always a pleasure to see around the garden or at your window. Hummingbirds are beautifully coloured and quirky to watch - and they're also fantastic pollinators! In this week's blog, we're here to share some exciting facts...
How To Deter Deer
Have you ever felt the heartbreak of sowing your seeds indoors, transplanting them outdoors, and finally, when they're just about ready to harvest, they've already been harvested! By you know who!? Those cute little deer that have been trotting around the...
Raised Garden Beds
Whether you live in an apartment building or a house, there are several reasons why raised garden beds are a fantastic option for gardeners. With Spring still in full bloom, it's a great time to get started on a raised garden bed of your own. In this article, we're...
Top 5 Spring Planting Trees
Once upon a summer, somewhere, someone planted a tree during the year's hottest season. The end of the story did not end in a happy ever after with luscious green leaves, as the tree was unable to grow in such hot conditions. We're here to make your summer tree...
June Gardening Tips
Spring is here, and we are in full bloom! Though, the weather could warm up a little if you ask us. We're still grateful to be outside planting, with each day getting warmer and warmer! To get the most out of your June garden, we've come up with a handy list of...
Wisteria 101
While it may seem like a tree with its tall stance and long reach, Wisteria is a fast-growing vine capable of growing in many ways. Famous for its ability to cascade pergolas, archways and trellises. Wisterias drape shades of purple, pink, white and blue...
How to: Attract Pollinators
By introducing more pollinators to your garden, you can expect higher yields, bigger blooms and more plants! These busy-bee workers aren't just bees. Pollinators come in a wide variety of insects and mammals. Some fantastic pollinators you can find in Canada are...
May Gardening Tips
You know what they say, April showers bring May flowers! We hope the saying goes for those with snow showers too! Though it might not seem like the weather is warming up, all we can do is chip away at what we can so that we can soak up as much sun as possible when...
Birthday Month Flower Garden
Looking for a unique gift idea that has meaning on Mother's Day? Birth Month Gardens are the newest trend for 2022! Whether you're helping Mom in the garden or gifting her seasonal blooms that deliver fond memories, the Mom in your life will be sure to know you...
Top 5 Unique Fruit for Hanging Baskets
With a new hanging basket season approaching, it's time to plan bigger and better baskets than ever before! With unlimited combinations of flowers, vegetables, and herbs, we thought introducing a few new and exciting ideas to your hanging baskets this year would be...
Companion Planting 101
Most gardeners would agree that one of the best methods of growing happy and healthy plants is the prevention of unwanted pests and diseases. A fantastic way to prevent disease and unwanted pests is to grow plants that complement each other. Planting compatible...
Fertilizer 101
Whether you're new to gardening or you're a seasoned professional. Gardening is a world of its own, where we as gardeners get to learn and grow constantly. From being in the industry for over 40 years, we've learned a thing or two regarding gardening. We've come to...
April Gardening Tips
Spring has arrived, and we couldn't be more thankful for all the warmer and brighter days ahead! Depending on where you live, you could be knee-deep in the dirt by now or patiently awaiting the snow to melt away. Either way, it's Spring, and it's time to shine! Get...
Top 5 Unique Flower Seeds
Top 5 Unique Flower Seeds Have you ever seen a flower so bizarre that you wish you knew what you were looking at? Or maybe you're interested in adding some interesting conversation starters to your own garden. Sometimes in the garden industry, we come across a few...
How To Grow Cut Flowers
Growing flowers for cutting is the best way to get the most out of your blooms! Whether you're growing them for gifting, décor or fragrance, a constant supply of flowers is a beautiful gift from nature that will put a smile on anyone's face. In this blog, we're...
Microgreens 101
Microgreens are kind of like the new kid on the block when it comes to seeds, we've all heard of them but do we know that much about them? After reading this blog not only are you going to know what microgreens are and why they're amazing! But you'll learn...
March Gardening Tips
Well, gardeners, it's just about our time to shine! The month is March and the sun is starting to shine more and more, every day! If you're overwhelmed or excited to get growing, we're here to help. Let's get ourselves organized with a few gardening tips for March...
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