Astilbe brings colour to the shade
Astilbe, sometimes called false spirea, is a perennial favourite among gardeners looking to add a splash of colour and texture
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Bright pink astilbe
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Bright pink astilbe
Leaves of 'Bloodgood' Japanese maple. Photo by Jonathan Billinger, CC-SA 2.0.
Japanese maples and lookalikes
Graceful small trees for every zone: Japanese maples and lookalikes The beautiful Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) is a prize for
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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
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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
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10 Neat Things About Heating your Patio
Even if you still have some tomatoes and zucchinis to ripen, there is no denying that Old Man Winter is
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10 Neat Things About Outdoor Dining
Do you have a table for eating outside? Do you like to go on picnics? The long-time tradition of eating
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Dressing Up the Front Entrance
The entrance to your home is a statement about who you are. It speaks loudly about your style, your priorities
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A Shelter from the Sun: Gazebos & pergolas
A cool haven from the sun, a temporary protection from the rain, a screened in escape from mosquitoes: arbours, gazebos
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Top 10 Trends of Plants and Colours in North America in 2024
Predicting trends for plants and colours in North America for 2024 involves looking at current patterns, market analyses, and influences
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Flora & Fauna Podcast 4: Indigenous Gardening
For over a century, scientists at the Summerland Research and Development Centre have studied sustainable agriculture in B.C.’s Okanagan region,
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