Growing 101
While complaining about the weather is practically an art form for Edmontonians, the Scandinavian mindset is one we could learn a lot from. The citizens of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden have earned a global reputation
According to studies, the top-yielding garden landscaping projects are those that add lifestyle value beyond aesthetics. In this new age of work-from-home, many of us are finding it difficult to separate our professional and home
So your brand new patio is completed; the pavers are pristine, the patio furniture is assembled, and you’re ready to reopen your space to guests. If the space still feels like it’s missing something, chances
Technically, weeds are no different from any other garden plant; they’re just plants we’ve collectively decided that we’d rather do without. However, if there’s one thing all weeds have in common, it’s persistence: getting rid
Here in the Edmonton area, we know all too well that the climate is pretty rugged. Zone 3 comes with temperature extremes in both winter and summer, and only the toughest perennials survive to greet
“I’ve got a condition which causes me to make puns. It’s a dad-ly disease” Dad Joke, Anonymous He has enough socks, ties, and beer steins to last him a lifetime! While his jokes may be
Often overlooked and underestimated, soil is paramount to a healthy and vibrant landscape. Soil is so much more than brown dirt; it’s teeming with vital nutrients and organisms that keep your grass green and gardens
The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago, the second-best time is now. ~ Chinese Proverb Truer words have not been written. When we moved into our new home, we were surrounded
While it’ll still be a few months before we can start filling our garden beds and containers, we’re right at the cusp of spring pruning season! If the thought of pruning still makes you a
While we all know pruning is a routine gardening procedure, it might surprise you how many people shy away from pruning their landscape plants. In fact, pruning questions are the most common kinds of inquiries
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
I’m not big on New Year’s Resolutions (I’ve been burned by gym membership cancellation fees one too many times), but there’s definitely no harm in trying to go green and start an eco garden! This
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.
The global gardening community grew drastically in 2020, and we’re heading into 2021 with some exciting trends in the forecast. All those beginner gardeners last year, with a little more experience under their belts, are
The art of Feng Shui, which comes from the Chinese words for water and wind, is a philosophy that practices finding the balance between our living spaces and the natural world. That makes it a
Spring cleaning is a tradition in which we clean our house, wash the windows, gut our closets and generally organize our lives. And the garden is no exception! After a long, cold winter, here’s how
Spring is right around the corner, and we’re gearing up for a season full of late-night backyard barbecues “” but before we fire up the grills and crack open some cold ones, there’s one essential
Well folks, it’s October. The province has seen its first taste of snow for the year, and the Halloween candy aisles are dwarfing the produce aisles in every grocery story. While the city of Edmonton
A lot of people are quick to assume that fall is when the gardening season starts to wind down, but that couldn’t be further from the truth””fall planting is where it’s at. I always look
As any gardener knows, the perfect accessories to any garden are those that do some work for you. One of the most beautiful examples of this is the butterfly.
When it comes to big trees, the benefits really outweigh the negatives. Not only do they bring beauty and stately aesthetic to your home, but your family, bank, and environment will all see added benefits, too.
Here’s how to get a little less lawn headache in your summer, and more healthy and fun plants that support you back.
We’re getting a closer look at more and more new annuals every day, and every shipment has me feeling like a kid in a candy store. Plan a trip to Salisbury today to meet your new favourites!
Landscape and Housing Value Does it Increase Value? Reaping What You Sow: What Works and What Doesn’t “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” Warren Buffett When it comes to landscaping, one
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