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10 neat things about invasive plants

February 25, 2026 Canada's Local Gardener 741 Views barberry, buckthorn, invasive, knotweed, purple loosestrife

Invasive plants are one of the most misunderstood issues in gardening. Some are undeniably attractive. Many were deliberately introduced and

10 Neat Things How-to Plants Weeds

Weeding: Pull less, grow more

June 5, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 2021 Views

10 neat things about weeding smarter, not harder Let’s be honest: few of uslove weeding. But staying ahead of

10 Neat Things Annuals Flowers Perennials Plants Weeds Wild Flowers

DYC Dazzle: Meet the stars of the yellow composite world

May 21, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 1782 Views coreopsis, dandelion, Goldenrod

They brighten roadsides and frustrate botanists.Nicknamed “Damned Yellow Composites” or DYCs by plant enthusiasts around 100 years ago, these

10 Neat Things Plants Weeds

Shamrocks are full of surprises: 10 Neat Things

March 13, 2025 Canada's Local Gardener 2015 Views Canadian Gardening, gardening tips, houseplants

Shamrocks are more than just a symbol of St. Patrick’s Day—they have a fascinating history and unique characteristics that make

10 Neat Things Edibles Garden Info Plants Vines Weeds

10 Neat Things About Permaculture

February 5, 2025 Shauna Dobbie 1965 Views chickens, companion plants, plant supports, rain, sustainable gardening

If you’ve ever wished your garden could take care of itself, permaculture might be the answer. More than just a

Flora & Fauna Podcasts Weeds

Flora & Fauna Episode 10: Poison Ivy with Susan Pell

July 3, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 1740 Views plant identification, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, Toxicodendron

Forget about oceans of calamine lotion, this is the real dirt on poison ivy and all of its kin. Susan

10 Neat Things Weeds

10 Neat Things About Poison Ivy

June 4, 2024 Shauna Dobbie 1863 Views allergic reactions, garden safety, lacquer, pets and poison ivy, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, rash prevention, Toxicodendron, urushiol

1. We are family. Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac are all in the genus Toxicodendron, which falls into

Gardening Science Insects Weeds

Vinegar in the Garden

May 17, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 2375 Views herbicide alternatives, traditional uses, 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

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