10 Neat Things about Kale
1. The closer the frost, the sweeter the leaf. Kale actually tastes better when harvested after frost. Even frozen stiff in the garden, it will
Canada's Local Gardener
February 17, 2025
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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 gardening trend, permaculture is a
Shauna Dobbie
February 5, 2025
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 in Canada? That the tuber
Shauna Dobbie
October 10, 2024
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 syrup may lead to some
Canada's Local Gardener
September 19, 2024
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, these natural remedies have stood
Shauna Dobbie
September 12, 2024
10 Neat Things About Hardy Apple Cultivars
1. Named apples. You can never plant a seed and expect to get a certain type of apple, no more than you can make a
Canada's Local Gardener
September 4, 2024
Edible Ornamental Flowers and Antioxidants
Edible ornamental flowers are a great way to boost your antioxidant intake. Edible ornamental flowers are defined as harmless and non-toxic plant parts, which have
Tania Scott
August 29, 2024
10 Neat Things About Apples
When you think of the word “fruit”, what do you picture? Most Canadians will imagine an apple. Great for storing through winter and easy to
Shauna Dobbie
August 5, 2024
10 Neat Things About Zucchini
1. One plant, one family. Zucchini is such a prolific crop that one plant is enough to feed one family. The more you pick them,
Canada's Local Gardener
July 30, 2024
10 Neat Things About Cabbage and Broccoli
1. Something sweet about sulfur. The distinctive flavor of brassicas (broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, kale, cabbage and collard greens) comes from sulfur-containing compounds, which
Canada's Local Gardener
July 26, 2024