Canada’s Mighty Spruce Trees
The spruce tree grows all across Canada and is the backbone of many northern forests. These cool-climate conifers are typically Christmas tree-shaped and come
Canada's Local Gardener
May 29, 2024
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10 Neat Things about Hydrangeas
1. Five types. There are about 75 species of hydrangea in the world, but only five species typically grown in Canada. Two of them are
Shauna Dobbie
May 28, 2024
Red Columbine, Time to Bloom
Native red columbine: a Canadian wildflower with flair Few native plants combine charm and resilience quite like the red columbine (Aquilegia canadensis). With its nodding,
Canada's Local Gardener
May 23, 2024
10 Neat Things About Spinach
1. I’m strong to the finish, ‘cause I eats me spinach… Spinach can make you strong, but not as strong as what you thought. Compared
Dorothy Dobbie
May 22, 2024
Ten Neat Things About Petunias
1. Nectar for friends, poison for foes. The lovely scent of petunias is in the nectar, which is why pollinators are attracted to this beautiful
Shauna Dobbie
May 21, 2024
Vinegar in the Garden
Vinegar has long been touted as a miracle ingredient for the garden. It’s cheap, it’s natural, and it’s already in your kitchen. Some gardeners swear
Canada's Local Gardener
May 17, 2024
Flora & Fauna Episode 3: Garlic
Garlic is grown from bulbs, commonly referred to as “seed garlic”, which is a little confusing since garlic almost never produces true seeds. Just as
Canada's Local Gardener
May 17, 2024
10 Neat Things About Hostas
1. You can eat them? Yes! Young hosta shoots are edible and are considered a delicacy in some cultures, including in Japan where they are
Canada's Local Gardener
May 15, 2024
Flora & Fauna Episode 2: Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are densely packed with nutrients, delicious roasted or mashed with a dab of butter, and notoriously too heat-loving to grow in Canada. It
Canada's Local Gardener
May 13, 2024
Living on Air and Water: Tillandsia
Along with the luscious succulents this year comes Tillandsia, the plant that virtually lives on air and water. Tillandsias are members of the Bromeliad family,
Canada's Local Gardener
May 9, 2024