If you’re new to planting garlic, it can seem intimidating at first to know which varieties to plant in your garden. Did you know that garlic comes in over 600 different varieties? Yes, that’s right, gardening friends. In today’s guide,…
Discover the top 5 crops to plant in September for zones 5 and 6 to extend your garden's growing season.
With fall around the corner, you may think you’ve missed the chance to grow your own food this season. But, did you know there are many vegetable crops that you can start now in August? If you’re living in zones…
From time to time, you may run into a problem with your hydrangeas. Trust us, it can happen to the best of us. But, if you’re new to hydrangeas, encountering one of these problems can feel devastating. Fear not gardening…
You’ve purchased a new hydrangea this year for your garden. Now, you’re wondering what plants will go best with it in your landscape. In today’s guide, we walk you through our top 5 companion plants for hydrangeas. By following the…
Do you have tomatoes or other vegetables whose bottoms have turned brown and rotting? If so, you may have a bad case of blossom end rot. This pesky issue can creep on the best of gardeners. Knowing how to identify…
You’ve purchased your first home and now you’re wondering how to landscape on a slope. Even though your yard slopes, it doesn’t mean you are limited with landscaping designs. It just means getting a little more creative. Or, thinking about…
Endless Summer hydrangeas make a stunning accent to any garden. They are cold hardy, reblooming, and come in a variety of colours. Endless Summer hydrangeas are long bloomers. They typically bloom from spring into late summer. Depending on the season,…
You’ve planted your garlic and are patiently waiting to harvest. But, how do you know when it’s ready to be pulled? Pull garlic too soon, and you will have very small cloves that do not store well. Pull it too late, and…
Pollinator gardens are one of the largest trends in gardening. Many garden centres and nurseries have sections dedicated specifically to pollinator-friendly plants. There are even seed kits available to start your own pollinator garden. If you’ve found yourself wondering what…