Gardening

They are big or small, bold or subtle, but they are everywhere. I am talking about planters and hanging baskets. No matter where we are these days we see them, big box stores, grocery stores, garden centres and gas stations. Read More

The sun is shining and I can hear the sounds of weed eaters and lawnmowers and smell the fresh cut grass.  Read More

Spring clean-up in the garden means different things to different people, but for me, it means all perennials and garden grasses are cut back to the ground and all dead leaves and debris are removed from the garden. Read More

We have had lots of rain and hot and cold days in April, but that is spring in Ontario. Read More

Spring is officially here. How do I know? It is because forsythias are in bloom. Read More

It's wonderful that each day stays a bit brighter and the sun sets later and later all the time. Before long we will be spending hours in the garden. Read More

If the old saying is true, that April showers bring May flowers, we should have an amazing crop of flowers in May. Read More

Easter is just around the corner. We are seeing spring colour everywhere. Read More

Some gardeners take into consideration the colour of the year when they plan their garden. This year the Pantone colour of the year is magenta. Read More

I've been asked recently if it is better to start your own seeds or buy seedlings. Read More

We may be so ready for spring, but this winter isn't giving up. Read More

Although this winter has been mild, it is still far too early to do much in the garden. Instead, many of us are busy planting seeds and creating cuttings for spring, while others are pouring over seed and plant catalogues preparing their orders. Read More