
The secret life of ferns: 10 strange and wonderful things
Ferns are among the oldest and most intriguing plants on Earth. With no flowers, no seeds, and a reproductive process that seems almost magical, they’ve
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Ferns are among the oldest and most intriguing plants on Earth. With no flowers, no seeds, and a reproductive process that seems almost magical, they’ve

By Joan Quinn This garden story appeared in the 3rd issue of Canada’s Local Gardener. As someone who grew up on a bustling farm, the

Sayuri, known to her friends as Sai, and Arthur Mah have lived at their current Red Deer home since 1995 and have long ago completely

Pig squeaks have big shiny, paddle-shaped leaves surround a sturdy, 16-inch stalk that bursts into exuberant pink, sometimes white, flowers with dark centres. A member

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

Story by Shauna Dobbie, photos by David Johnson Visiting the garden of a collector is always a wonder. How many varieties of the plant do

Ken Popove of Chilliwack, B.C.Story and photos by Dorothy Dobbie When you are in politics, especially civic politics, your life is hardly your own. So

1. Deadly shade. Very little will grow in deep, deep shade, say right beside a north facing wall with overhanging eaves where the sun never

There are gardeners who hesitate to plant clematis, fearing that, like hothouse flowers, they may require too much knowledge or care. Nothing could be further

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