In colder climates, peppers are often seen as a tender annual. Slightly before or after the first fall frost, many of these plants are torn out of the garden. But, did you know that peppers can actually be brought indoors,…
Over the past few years, container gardening has grown in popularity among home gardeners of all ages as way to save space and offer flexibility. In fact, growing in containers has proven to be a fantastic way to enjoy fresh…
One of the simple pleasures of the late summer garden is enjoying the splendor and beauty of sunflowers. The bright, bold, and fun colours of sunflowers often bring a sign of hope and happiness when fall-like weather arrives on our…
Nothing is more rewarding than having healthy and happy patches of strawberries to harvest from over the summer months. One of the most common plants in home gardens, strawberries are not only easy to grow, but their use in a…
The fall season is a wonderful time to continue to plant and decorate your property with festive fall flower displays. Fall mums are known for their vibrant colours and are the quintessential fall flower that you will see throughout your…
If you use a lot of garlic in your cooking, planting and harvesting your own bulbs will save you money. It is often one of the first crops to emerge in the spring when the gardens are just waking up…
As the days become shorter and the hint of fall is in the air, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about steps you can take now to get your perennial herb garden ready for fall and winter. There are…
With the start of fall, you might be wondering what to do with all your leftover unused seed packets. If you’re anything like us, every spring when the new seed packets arrive, you might buy more than you have space…
Are you a new or experienced gardener? If so, you know that one of the joys of the season is: gathering supplies Trust us, we’ve all been there at some point as gardeners. You know you have the gardening bug…
Are you gardening in zone five or six? If you are, autumn is the perfect time to begin harvesting seeds from your nasturtium plants. Seed collection a fun activity that can involve the whole family. It is also a cost-effective…