Creating a Healthy Ecosystem
When this spring arrived, our gardens were a much needed refuge from all the craziness. However, summer is about to bring some challenges of its own. It’s crazy humid out, […]
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Therapy Through Gardening
There’s a lot of truth to the old adage that “fresh air is good for the soul,” and there’s no better way to get your fresh air fix than by […]
What is a Victory Garden?
As Canadians, diversity is one of our strengths, but one aspect we seldom embrace enough is generational diversity. As we all face a time of extraordinary challenges together, we have […]
Spring Pruning is Time Well Spent
During dark times, I always try to look for the light. I’ve said it before; I’m here, and you’re here, and that’s something to be grateful for. In fact, it […]
Veggie Gardening with Kids
Today’s parents have a lot on their plate. We often hear tales about the struggles of managing kids’ screen time, keeping them busy, and encouraging healthy habits. So, why aren’t […]
Leafcutter Bees: Summer’s Version of the Mason
As gardeners, we spend a lot of time thinking about pests. With so many farms and gardens around the Guelph area, there are plenty of nasties around to ruin our […]
Beginner’s Guide to Veggie Gardening
It’s pretty fabulous that sustainable living is now “in vogue”. Lately, more than ever, I’ve been seeing new faces at Royal City Nursery asking about growing their own food from […]
The Benefits of Mulch
If I asked you right now, on the spot, to name your top two most annoying gardening chores, what would you say? I’m going to guess one would be dealing […]
Pruning
For those like me, who feel connected to nature and understand the energy and life bundled inside the branches and stems of our gardens, pruning might seem like a harsh […]