Growing 101
The price of roses may be inflated during Valentine’s Day, but would you spend $15.8 million on a rose for your beloved? The most expensive flowers in the world were purchased for thousands,
Although we can purchase nearly any kind of flower right at home, visiting the farms that these flowers come from is a great way to indulge in the history and natural beauty of flowers!
The Best Flowers for Winter Wedding Decorations There’s something about fresh flowers at a winter wedding that gives us chills””it’s not the cold weather, we swear! When everything outside is blanketed in white snow
If you’re feeling chilly, warm up by growing everything you need for your own cup of tea. Select your favourite flavour and get to work growing these fragrant, delicious herbs. Chamomile
Some may think that cutting flower stems is a straightforward task, and some may not know why doing it even matters. There are certain ways of cutting flower stems before putting them into water that
There are many things to consider when buying flowers online, such as: are the arrangements being made by a local florist? Are they fresh and locally sourced? Are there extra fees I can avoid? Did
It’s jarring how quickly summer has gone, and fall has arrived. If you have mason jars lying around, turn them into great fall decor pieces for your home, porch, and garden. Mason Jar
Foxtail weeds can be quite the blight on your lawn. These weeds can take over beautiful turf and healthy lawns in the blink of an eye. Learn how to prevent and get rid of
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
Jack Frost works hard, but green thumbs can work harder! Get busy planning and preparing for winter. Winterizing your garden and landscaping is your best chance at keeping your garden thriving for next year.
The tradition of decorating the table with fresh-cut floral centrepieces for big celebratory feasts has endured for centuries! There’s an unmatched beauty to floral arrangements, so they should be your go-to for making special occasions
We love soaking in the spectacular scenery and colours of fall, but we always feel a bit wistful watching our summer flowers fade, and the leaves fall from the trees. Wouldn’t it be nice if
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
Try your hand at leaf crafts this year and bring the autumn season inside.
Green is in, and grasshoppers are out. Try these natural grasshopper repellent methods that are safe for your garden.
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
“This houseplant HATES ME!” We’ve all said it, and at the time, it really seemed to be true. If this is you, and you’re verging on declaring yourself an official black thumb, take heart””it doesn’t
Spiders are much maligned creatures, but they’re critically important to our gardens, and the cat-faced spider is one of the best. These spiders are arguably quite cute, with two little bumps on their abdomen that
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
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
At the beginning of the season, the look of a fresh garden bed with a pristine layer of topsoil seems to promise another season of a thriving garden full of healthy plants. But are beds
You probably know Salisbury as your go-to place to buy local plants in Edmonton, but it’s a great spot for gifts as well! We’ve got so much more than just houseplants in stock (though, we
Recently, my family and I got away for some rare holiday time. As a parent, there’s nothing better than seeing your kids excited to see somewhere new. I admit, I may have been more excited
Anybody who thinks gardening is boring clearly hasn’t scrolled through social media lately””it’s an endless sea of the weirdest gardening trends! I’ve always been into exploring the latest out-of-the-box, experimental design concepts for gardens in
Read through our Growing Guides for tips to enrich your garden!