Perennials

10 Neat Things About Yarrow

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

Canada's Local Gardener January 15, 2025

10 Neat Things About Plants that Kill (Edition two)

Plants don’t always live up to their gentle, green reputation. Some have evolved lethal mechanisms to survive, capturing prey, and even poisoning predators. Here are

Shauna Dobbie October 31, 2024

Transition Time: Leaving the garden for the indoors

It may feel a bit precipitous when the weather is still good, the sun still warm and golden, and flowers still blooming to be getting

Canada's Local Gardener September 5, 2024

Refreshing That Perennial Bed

Is your perennial bed looking a little sad? Are your plants suffering from disease and needs to be replaced? Know when it’s time to refresh

Canada's Local Gardener July 17, 2024

Flora & Fauna Podcast Episode 7: Growing Bamboo with Garry Heberg

Bamboo is a kind of plant in the grass family (Poaceae) with over 100 genera. Most of them are tropical, but a few will survive

Canada's Local Gardener June 20, 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