Hemlock tree
When people hear the word hemlock, they almost immediately think of poison. Many associate the name with the drink that killed Socrates for what was
Dorothy Dobbie
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One way to stay in touch with nature throughout the winter is to feed the birds. And if you’re worried when you see a lonely
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Explore Memorial University Botanical Garden
Nestled in the heart of St. John’s, Newfoundland, Memorial University Botanical Garden is a living sanctuary of biodiversity, conservation, and public education. Spanning over 110
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Ken Macdonald’s vertical tomato garden in Regina
By Dorothy Dobbie Ken Macdonald’s garden in Regina isn’t the acreage he imagined managing when he went to agriculture college in the Maritimes, but it
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Get digging! 10 neat things about planting tools
Whether you’re planting petunias, peas or peonies, the right tool can make all the difference. From old favourites like the trowel to clever inventions
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La Chasse-Gardée du Marais: A storybook garden in Chelsea, Quebec
Story and photos by Dorothy Dobbie This story was published in Volume 4, Issue 4 It is a smoky early June day, perhaps a little
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Moncton Country Garden: Gerry and Judy Gillcash, New Brunswick
By Shauna Dobbie, photos by David Johnson “It helps if you have access to a backhoe,” Gerry says, when talking about putting in their pond.
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The Lucyshyn Garden in Edmonton: A meticulously crafted small-space paradise
By Dorothy Dobbie | Photos by Shauna Dobbie There’s something magical about a small-space garden design that maximizes every inch of space. In the heart
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10 Neat Things About Snow in the Garden
The sound of boots crunching through snow in the stillness of winter is quintessentially Canadian. But have you ever stopped to wonder about the hidden
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Bringing Rosemary in for Winter
Growing rosemary outside is very easy. Bringing rosemary indoors and overwintering it is more of a challenge. First, keep it in a cool place. Around
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