Thinning is winning: Why thinning seedlings leads to a stronger garden
It feels counterintuitive to plant a row of seeds, nurture them to life, and then snip off half their
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Annuals
DYC Dazzle: Meet the stars of the yellow composite world
They brighten roadsides and frustrate botanists.Nicknamed “Damned Yellow Composites” or DYCs by plant enthusiasts around 100 years ago, these
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Stakes and trellises deserve praise: 10 Neat Things
They may not be glamorous, but stakes and trellises are the quiet champions of the garden. They hold up
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Pansies: more than a pretty face
Pansies are a springtime staple, charming gardeners with their cheerful blooms and rainbow colours. But behind those sweet “faces”
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Not Two Peas in a Pod: 10 Neat Things About Peas and Sweet Peas
They’re climbers, charmers, and cool-season classics. Whether you’re growing edible peas or their fragrant cousins, sweet peas, these vining
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A garden rooted in memory: Joan and Frank Quinn’s backyard retreat in Edmonton
By Joan Quinn This garden story appeared in the 3rd issue of Canada’s Local Gardener. As someone who grew up
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Milkweed for more than monarchs: 10 neat things
Milkweed isn’t just for monarch butterflies. Native milkweed (Asclepias) is one of the most fascinating and ecologically valuable plant groups
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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 Plants of Love
Love is in the air – and in the garden! Throughout history, plants have been associated with romance, passion, and
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10 Neat Things About Plants that Kill
Plants don’t always live up to their gentle, green reputation. Some have evolved lethal mechanisms to survive, capturing prey, and
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