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Everything You Need to Know About Growing Blueberries
There is no easier fruit to grow here on the "wet coast" than blueberries, much in part to their love of acidic soils and tolerance of cooler springs. That’s not...
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The Definition of an Indigenous Plant
I have been selling native plants for well over 25 years now, and I’ve noticed a new trend in regard to the clientele who are seeking them out. Indigenous people...
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10 Indestructible Plants for Less-than-Perfect Gardeners
While I realize that the title of this article is going to attract those gardeners who may have killed more than their fair share of plants over the years, I...
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The Art of Variegation
Can variegated plants really make your garden more appealing? The answer is a resounding yes, provided you use them sparingly and orient the plants for the best effect.
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Attracting Wild Birds to Your Garden
I should start by admitting that the inspiration for this article came from very unexpected quarters…our new cat. Her name is Tessa and she was a rescue from Katie’s Place...
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The Longest-Blooming Perennials
This might be the year to take your time when choosing perennials because the largest wholesale supplier in B.C., Valleybrook Gardens (renamed Joya Growers Ltd.), has officially been shuttered. So...
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Growing Your Own Food in 2023: Food Crops for Small Spaces
It’s no secret that the cost of food has been rising steadily, but did you realize that it increased an average of 11.4% in Canada over 2022 (Statistics Canada, 2022)?...
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English Rose Look-Alikes
I would like to start 2023 by being perfectly honest with you in regard to this year’s roses, and there is both good and bad news to share. The bad...
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How to Care for Christmas Trees
A Christmas tree shedding all of its needles is the last thing most of us want to deal with during the busy holiday season, which is why the first question...
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The Marbled Hellebores
I love everything about hellebores: their early blooming season, the variety of colour and flower forms, as well as their handsome foliage.We often stock upwards of fifty different...
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The Best of 2023: Exciting New Plant Introductions
I usually wait until January to announce next year’s new plant introductions, but I am so enthused about these upcoming shrubs and perennials that I couldn’t wait. While the hydrangea...
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The Real Jack-O-Lantern
When you think about it, Halloween is a bit of an oddball when it comes down to traditional holidays. I mean, none of us would think to go knocking on...