Growing 101
When shopping for plants, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of climate zones for gardening in Edmonton. There should be a number from between about 2 and 4 on its tag. Take this
Halloween is so close; it’s scary””so now’s the perfect time to feature one of our favourite plants in our greenhouse that just so happens to have the spookiest name ever: the monstera! (Honourable mentions go
I’m a little fascinated by the annual fanfare about the fall season. Think about it. Upon the first snowfall of winter, everyone is atwitter about the holidays. In spring, it’s the relief of being done
With so many ways to preserve apples, your apple tree can do wonders for your fall baking, support your healthy eating goals, and help you produce thoughtful holiday gifts.
Citrus fruits are by far the most versatile fruits out there. Whether you’re whipping up a savoury dinner, a sweet dessert, or a zesty cocktail (or three), a squeeze of the sour stuff goes a long way, helping to achieve that perfect balance of flavours. We’ve all had that moment in the kitchen where halfway through preparing guacamole, you realize you’re fresh out of limes, and must begrudgingly abandon your taco tuesday meal prep to rush over to the grocery store. So, why not skip the trip and start growing citrus plants indoors? It’s the best way to ensure you’ve got freshly picked lemons, limes, oranges and more, exactly when you need them.
Container Garden University: Basic Elements By Rob Sproule The Biggest Flower Doesn’t Always Win The Structural Basics The “Thriller” The “Filler” The “Spiller” “Gardening has always been an art, essentially.” – Robert Irwin Like all
Combating Nature Deficit Disorder By Rob Sproule Kids are spending less time in nature. We could argue about causes, whether it’s too much screen time, fear about getting hurt or heavily scheduled extra-curricular time, but
Cherry Maggots by Rob Sproule We’ve heard a lot about apple maggots lately and, unfortunately, the prognosis for backyard apple growers is pretty dire. For every fruit there is a pest, it seems, and for
The Strathcona County Agricultural Master Plan: Part 2 of 2: Urban Agriculture by Rob Sproule Strathcona County’s Agricultural Master Plan is as diversified as our County, with dual emphasis on rural and urban agriculture
The Strathcona County Agricultural Master Plan: Part 1 of 2 by Rob Sproule Vision for the Future No matter which way you look at it, Strathcona County is a complex place. Designated as
Alberta Lemons: A Starter’s Guide By Rob Sproule Lemon trees are becoming a go-to houseplant as people discover their incredible scent, elegant foliage and that you really can grow real lemons. At the greenhouse, we
Not All Bees are Scary by Rob Sproule I’m writing this article because it drives me crazy when people ask me how to kill the bees in their yard, assuming that all bees, wasps and
Wasps by Rob Sproule Few bugs are as universally unwelcome as wasps. As usual, however, before I tell you how to get rid of them, I’m going to tell you how fascinating they
Creating a Shady Sanctuary by Rob Sproule “A thing of beauty is a joy for ever: its loveliness increases; it will never pass into nothingness; but still will keep a bower quiet for us, and
Black Knot by Rob Sproule The outbreak of black knot in Edmonton is approaching epidemic proportions. This easy to control fungus destroys garden aesthetics, disfigures branches, and eventually kills trees. Whether driving or
Apples, Apples, Everywhere by Rob Sproule September on the prairies means never-ending blue skies, the smell of threshed wheat, and trees laden with more apples than many home-owners know what to do with. Drive
The Prairie Orchard by Rob Sproule I remember our family trips to Kelowna when I was a boy. To my young Albertan ears, “Okanagan” was a synonym for “delicious fruit that I can’t get
All About Juniper-Hawthorne Rust by Rob Sproule While wet weather makes for lush gardens, it can also create the perfect conditions for some bizarre and unsightly garden problems. If you’ve seen
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