How to Create a Sensational Succulent Portrait
Succulents are fun and I love working with them. Whether it’s the uncommon flapjacks or the more common hens and chicks, they are all wonderful
Canada's Local Gardener
June 10, 2024
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10 Unique Gifts For Gardeners
When you’re tearing your hair out looking for something unique to check off another person on your gift list, always peruse Etsy. It’s my go-to
Shauna Dobbie
December 1, 2023
2023 Top Canadian Gardens Worth Travelling For
The Garden Tourism Awards are presented to organizations and individuals who have distinguished themselves in the development and promotion of garden experiences as tourism attractions and motivators.
Canada's Local Gardener
November 23, 2023
Best Gifts for Gardeners
Pegasus Media, publisher of Canada’s Local Gardener magazine, is an Amazon associate and earns commission on qualifying purchases. Here are a few things on my
Shauna Dobbie
November 16, 2023
Tips for Adding Colour to Winter Gardens
If you long for colour outdoors in the winter garden, don’t despair. Study your garden over the next few months from the comfort of a
Shauna Dobbie
November 8, 2023
Shade Plants: A rewarding plant of the spring garden
Story & photos by Dorothy Dobbie In my garden, under the shade of a young green ash, a garden is taking shape. There is room
Dorothy Dobbie
February 26, 2023
A House isn’t a Home Without a Plant
By Tania Moffat Plants transform our living spaces indoors and out, but those that are invited into our homes do more for us than we
Canada's Local Gardener
February 26, 2023
Coreopsis: A bright and cheery flower
Coreopsis pleases everyone! People love it for its sunny, long-lasting blooms. Birds love it for its seeds and butterflies, and other pollinators enjoy its tasty
Canada's Local Gardener
February 22, 2023
6 Soft and Fuzzy Plants
Story & photos by Dorothy Dobbie When we think plants along with soft and fuzzy or velvety leaves, Lamb’s ear springs to mind, but these
Canada's Local Gardener
January 30, 2023
Greenhouses: How to Choose One?
Hartley Botanic is one of England’s oldest and most respected greenhouse manufacturers, with an increasingly large following in the US & Canada. The business is
Canada's Local Gardener
November 28, 2022