Pests to Avoid: How To Spot and Remove Pests
In every garden, not all insects are friendly visitors. While some bugs can be beneficial, others can wreak havoc on your plants, causing significant damage and threatening your garden’s health. […]
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Beetles: Identifying Friends and Foes
Whether they fascinate you or creep you out, beetles are a massive group of insects that play an essential role in our Ontario ecosystems. In the urban garden, there’s no […]
Your New Tree’s First Year: Watering, Protection, and More
Planting a new tree or shrub is a big commitment—not just because of all the watering you’ll do, but because these plants will most likely live on your property longer […]
Your Spring Garden Prep & Maintenance Checklist
Ah, spring at last! Those of us who have been itching to get outside and play in the garden have finally gotten our wish—but don’t start hauling home your bedding […]
How to Care for Houseplants in Fall and Winter
The later into the year we get, the earlier the sun goes down—and I’d wager we’re all feeling it already! Just as daylight savings time can wreak havoc on your […]
Troubleshooting Hydrangeas
It’s hydrangea season again! Are you loving it as much as I am? It seems like everyone in the world is in love with these fabulous shrubs, and for good […]
Keeping Your Summer Colour: Plant Care for Beginner Gardeners
This year, I’ve met more new gardeners than ever! It’s so exciting to see so many new faces, and I’m thrilled on your behalf as you start this exciting new […]
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, […]
When to Plant Bulbs in Ontario
Most of the flowers that define the “spring garden” come from bulbs—which are essentially big, fat seeds. If I could choose a favourite fall task, it would have to be […]
Controlling Japanese Beetles, Aphids, Ants, and Caterpillars
The garden is a true Wild West of critters. From friendly pollinators, like leafcutter bees, to the despised Japanese beetle, we plant enthusiasts are forever trying to maintain a natural […]
