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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Stephanie Appleby-Jones’ Nova Scotia garden is a natural retreat
Story by Shauna Dobbie; images by David Johnson Stephanie Appleby-Jones has always been a gardener at heart. She refined her
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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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The secret life of ferns: 10 strange and wonderful things
Ferns are among the oldest and most intriguing plants on Earth. With no flowers, no seeds, and a reproductive process
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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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Herbs for better sleep: 10 neat things
Discover the Best Herbs for Deep, Restful Sleep Do you toss and turn at night? Struggle with racing thoughts? Instead
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10 Neat Things About Permaculture
If you’ve ever wished your garden could take care of itself, permaculture might be the answer. More than just a
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10 Neat Things About Sweet Potatoes
As you plan your Thanksgiving menu, put some thought into sweet potatoes. Did you know that you can grow them
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10 Neat Things About Corn
Corn is some kind of magic plant. It feeds the world as it sweetens our lives, though eating its high-fructose
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10 Neat Things About Healing Plants
Discover the power of plants that science says can heal! From calming anxiety with lavender to easing headache with peppermint,
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