6 Things You Need to Know about Pumpkins
Learn how to pick it, store it, carve it, display it and eat it.
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Learn how to pick it, store it, carve it, display it and eat it.
This Pumpkin Pie recipe will have your mouth watering. Make the best out of your garden-grown pumpkins… Fine, store bought will do, I guess.
We live in Alberta! We know what conditions we’re up against when we head into gardening season. Edmonton, Alberta, is located in zone 3a, which is characterized by cold winters and a short growing season.
Growing tomatoes in the Edmonton area can be a rewarding experience for garden enthusiasts. The cool climate can present some challenges, but with the right techniques, you can produce a bountiful harvest in your own
If food is fuel, it’s time to take an honest look at what you’re putting in your body this year. Truthfully speaking, the best food comes straight from the Earth, not the deep fryer, the
The world is changing, and the way we garden is changing, too. No longer just a place to plant a few flowers and grow a few shrubs, there is now a solid need for
Raspberries 101 by Rob Sproule Fresh raspberries and ice cream is one of summer’s sweetest delights. For the number of people who adore raspberries, it’s surprising that more aren’t growing them. Granted, they have
Some days””and some seasons””are better for planting than others! To get the most successful results from your garden plants, follow this guide so you can perfectly time your planting schedule from spring until fall.
Herbs are some of the most popular and easy edible plants to grow in the garden! They produce high yields, help repel pests and attract beneficial insects, and are just plain delicious. However, once
Is there anything more frustrating than excitedly picking your first harvest of tomatoes, only to discover they’ve got soggy, rotten bottoms? Gross! Now, if you’re new to vegetable gardening, you might panic and assume this
Knowing when and how to harvest crops in real life isn’t quite as simple as in Stardew Valley. Different fruit and vegetable plants have different features and signs to watch for as they approach
Using fresh herbs in your summer drinks is an absolute gamechanger. When your bartending skills join forces with your gardening skills, you can create legendary beverages perfect for summer entertaining and late-night patio parties. Seriously,
Your tomato plants are all settled into their new homes for the summer, and soon you’ll have a big tasty harvest to reward all your hard work in the garden! Meanwhile, there are some problems
Growing tomatoes that ripen enough to be juicy, sweet, and flavourful is ideal for every tomato lover. Sometimes, certain conditions in the late spring months prevent tomato plants from reaching their full potential””that’s why it’s
If you’re going to plant one thing in your vegetable garden in 2022, you need to grow tomatoes! These fast-growing edibles produce enormous harvests, saving you plenty of money on groceries””have you seen how
Squash is the unsung hero of autumnal dinner tables. Its texture and flavour make it an ideal versatile ingredient for every course of your Thanksgiving feast. Quash your Thanksgiving dinner stress with these delicious squash
Whether you’re getting ready to hunker down for the winter or you’re living without access to an outdoor space, learning how to grow your own vegetables indoors can keep your grocery bill down while putting
You’ve spent your summer babying your precious tomatoes, but do you know when to pick them? As it turns out, the best time to harvest your crop isn’t what most people think. You’re about to
Even if you don’t consider yourself much of a chef, it’s easy to learn how to grill vegetables””and frankly, it’s a life-changing skill. An open fire brings out the absolute best flavours of your favourite
Are you growing haskap berries yet? If you’re not yet familiar with these peculiarly shaped beauties, they may soon become your favourite fruit crop in your garden. Tastier than Saskatoons, tamer than raspberries, and lower-maintenance
Growing tomatoes from seed is how many people get started with gardening. It’s an experience that can lead to tons of tasty tomato recipes, but sometimes it can be a surprising and often challenging experience
Crop rotation is one of the oldest tricks in food production to help control pests, reduce disease, keep soil healthy, and produce abundant harvests from your vegetable garden. There are records of Belgian farmers using
A little early spring garden prep will make a huge difference down the road. It’s kinda like painting a room: if you wash and prime the walls first, you won’t see any unsightly stains from
For those of you who made 2020 your year to start your very own garden (and there are many of you!), I put together some valuable gardening tips for your sophomore year of home horticulture.
Read through our Growing Guides for tips to enrich your garden!
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