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The secret life of ferns: 10 strange and wonderful things

April 9, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 338 Views cryotogam, Dryopteris, fiddlehead, pteridomania, shade, Victorian

Ferns are among the oldest and most intriguing plants on Earth. With no flowers, no seeds, and a reproductive process

10 Neat Things Local Gardener Plant diseases

Rain is Friend, Foe and Secret Fertilizer! 10 Neat Things about Rain

April 2, 2025 Shauna Dobbie 326 Views plant disease, rain gauge, septoria

You know it waters your garden, but rain does so much more. From weather tools to the earthy scent of

Alberta Annuals Beautiful Gardens Edibles Flowers Foliage Plants Trees & Shrubs

A garden rooted in memory: Joan and Frank Quinn’s backyard retreat in Edmonton

March 31, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 177 Views hosta, lilac, lily, Shade garden

By Joan Quinn This garden story appeared in the 3rd issue of Canada’s Local Gardener. As someone who grew up

10 Neat Things Annuals Flowers Perennials Plants

Milkweed for more than monarchs: 10 neat things

March 27, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 413 Views Asclepias, milkweed, monarch, native plant, stratification

Milkweed isn’t just for monarch butterflies. Native milkweed (Asclepias) is one of the most fascinating and ecologically valuable plant groups

10 Neat Things Edibles Herbs

Herbs for better sleep: 10 neat things

March 20, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 328 Views ashwagandha, chamomile, Herbal remedies, home remedies, hops, insomnia, lavender, lemon balm, magnolia bark, melatonin, natural health, passionflower, peppermint, sleep, sleep aids, sour cherries, valerian root, wellness

Discover the Best Herbs for Deep, Restful Sleep Do you toss and turn at night? Struggle with racing thoughts? Instead

10 Neat Things Plants Weeds

Shamrocks are full of surprises: 10 Neat Things

March 13, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 319 Views Canadian Gardening, gardening tips, houseplants, irish heritage, lucky clover, oxalis, oxalis triangularis, plant lore, plantcare, shamrock facts, shamrock plant, st patricks day plant, white clover

Shamrocks are more than just a symbol of St. Patrick’s Day—they have a fascinating history and unique characteristics that make

Alberta Annuals Beautiful Gardens Editor's Pick Garden Info Perennials Plants

The Lucyshyn Garden in Edmonton: A meticulously crafted small-space paradise

February 17, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 355 Views backyard landscaping, compact garden ideas, Edmonton garden design, Edmonton landscaping, garden inspiration, outdoor design, small garden tips, Small space gardening, space-saving garden, urban gardening

By Dorothy Dobbie | Photos by Shauna Dobbie There’s something magical about a small-space garden design that maximizes every inch

10 Neat Things Annuals Flowers Perennials Plants

10 Neat Things About Plants of Love

February 13, 2025 Shauna Dobbie 452 Views aphrodisiac plants, botanical symbols of love, flowers symbolizing love, love in the garden, love plants, love-themed gardening, plants associated with love, plants of romance, romantic plants, Valentine's Day plants

Love is in the air – and in the garden! Throughout history, plants have been associated with romance, passion, and

10 Neat Things Edibles Garden Info Plants

10 Neat Things About Permaculture

February 5, 2025 Shauna Dobbie 553 Views 10 Neat Things, agroforestry, companion planting, ecological design, food forest, forest gardening, homesteading, hugelkultur, Local Gardener, no-till gardening, organic gardening, permaculture, regenerative agriculture, sheet mulching, sustainable agriculture, sustainable living

If you’ve ever wished your garden could take care of itself, permaculture might be the answer. More than just a

10 Neat Things Perennials Plants

10 Neat Things About Yarrow

January 15, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 595 Views Achillea, Ancient healing plants, drought tolerant plants, Garden folklore, Herbal remedies, Medicinal herbs, Pollinator-friendly flowers, Soil-improving plants, Xeriscaping, Yarrow plant

Discover the plant that has it all—yarrow! This ancient healer and global garden star brings vibrant colour, low-maintenance charm, and

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