Shamrocks are full of surprises: 10 Neat Things
Shamrocks are more than just a symbol of St. Patrick’s Day—they have a fascinating history and unique characteristics that make
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gardening tips
10 Neat Things About Bulbs
Whether you love the early spring blooms or you want to feed the bees when they first wake up, it’s
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Flora & Fauna Episode 16: Nutrients in the garden with Robert Pavlis
Did you know that you can give too much compost to your garden? Also, there isn’t a “best” fertilizer for tomatoes or
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Flora & Fauna Podcast Episode 19 – New gardens
Faced with the very arduous task of building a new gardening bed, Shauna Dobbie, editor of Canada’s Local Gardener magazine,
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Flora & Fauna Podcast Episode 18: Seeds with Kevin Twomey
It is seed starting time across Canada. From March through June, depending on where your garden is, you may be
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Critters in the Garden: Rabbits
Little bunnies abound in the early days of spring and summer. Who can resist their soft furriness – you just
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Unique Gardening TV Series Premieres on APTN
A unique Indigenous gardening show premiered last weekend on The Aboriginal People’s Television Network. Season 3 of the popular program
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Embracing May’s Birth Flower: Lily of the Valley
As May blooms into its full glory, so does its birth flower, the delicate and enchanting Lily of the Valley.
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10 Neat Things About Seeds
1. Nuts and eggs are seeds, too. Although we don’t often think of them like this, eggs and nuts are
Read MoreLamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina)
Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina): The fuzzy texture of lamb’s ear is not appealing to rabbits.
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