Edible Perennials You Can Grow In Canada With food security worries on the rise you are most likely looking for better ways to provide food to your family. However, the concern for you living in Canada may be what perennials…
How To Make An Edible Flower Planter In Canada
How To Design An Edible Flower Planter In Canada The idea of fresh summer salads or colourful avocado toast is in the back of everyone’s mind. One of the best ways to accomplish this on a budget is by turning…
How To Grow Cucamelons In Canada
How To Grow Cucamelons In Canada As a Canadian gardener that is just starting out you are probably wondering how to grow peas & beans in Canada. Whether you are located in Ontario, Alberta, the Maritimes or anywhere in between…
Total Care Guide For Succulents In Canada
Total Care Guide For Succulents In Canada Succulents are the perfect addition to any patio or indoor space. However, the care for succulents in Canada is not the same as other plants in your collection. This blog post is a…
What Is The Difference Between Bush Beans & Pole Beans
What Is The Difference Between Bush Beans & Pole Beans The difference between bush beans and pole beans is drastic. This article looks at which type of bean you should choose for your garden. We will also look at the…
How To Grow Peas & Beans In Canada
How To Grow Peas & Beans In Canada As a Canadian gardener that is just starting out you are probably wondering how to grow peas & beans in Canada. Whether you are located in Ontario, Alberta, the Maritimes or anywhere…
Old Garden Hose Rug For Canadian Gardeners
Old Garden Hose Rug For Canadian Gardeners Garden hoses over time tend to weather and eventually become useless for watering effectively. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be destined for the garbage if you put in a…
Identifying Bugs In A Canadian Garden
Identifying Bugs In A Canadian Garden All Canadian gardeners from experts to beginners stumble upon a new bug and wonder, “is this bug okay for my garden?” In this blog post we are going to be taking a deep dive…
DIY Birdhouse Shadow Box For Windows
DIY Birdhouse Shadow Box For Windows Bird houses are a must have staple in the backyard. One of the best ways to truly enjoy your birdy friends is with a shadow box birdhouse. This allows you to enjoy the presence…
How To Bring Garden Seedlings Outdoors In Canada
How To Bring Garden Seedlings Outdoors In Canada It’s that time of year where seedlings need to come outside. But with the risk of transplant shock, the task can seem impossible. These issues can compound when you are trying to…
How To Grow Potatoes In Canada
How To Grow Potatoes In Canada If you continuously notice that your potatoes are yielding low there are some tips that may be able to help. As Canadian gardeners we tend to get our advice from American gardeners. Unfortunately due…
Mason Jar Hummingbird Feeder | Dollarama DIY
Hummingbirds are unique little critters. If you’ve ever considered trying to feed hummingbirds you’ll notice there are lots of different hummingbird feeders out there. However, one feeder generally is not enough to attract enough hummingbirds to notice their presence. To…
How To Have A Green Lawn All Summer In Canada
How To Have A Green Lawn All Summer In Canada A green lawn takes place over all four seasons. In this article we will be looking at the best ways for you to keep a green lawn this summer. Some…
Evolve Fertilizer Dirt N Grow Review
Evolve Fertilizer Review As a Canadian gardener I’m always looking for a reputable brand of fertilizer. When it comes to fertilizer there are a lot of gimmicks out there that promise huge results but in reality are not able to…
Earth’s Medicine Fertilizer Review
Earth’s Medicine Fertilizer Review A common misconception with houseplants is that you need to have sterile soil. As a soil scientist I am here to tell you that is not the case and actually the opposite of what you’re aiming…
RAISED GARDEN BED GUIDE BY A SOIL SCIENTIST
Raised bed gardening is gaining popularity for good reason. There are many different kinds of raised bed gardening ranging from ground contact to table top styles. The material used to make a raised bed garden include the use of rocks,…
Top 3 Types Of Pallet Gardens
Pallet gardens are a great way to reuse old wood that would otherwise be deemed useless. But did you know there’s more than one way to use a pallet for a garden. In this blog will be looking at three…
The Pros & Cons Of Vertical Gardening
The Pros & Cons Of Vertical Gardening Vertical gardening is picking up in popularity. This is most likely due to the fact that many of us have smaller spaces. Vertical gardening allows for privacy while achieving awesome yields and a…
What Is Foliar Feeding? Does It Benefit Plants?
What Is Foliar Feeding? Is It Worth It As A Canadian Gardener? As a soil scientist my main priority is ensuring plant health is at its peak. However when we run into issues such as a poor root system or…
What Fertilizer Ratio Should You Use When?
What Fertilizer Ratio Should You Use When? As a soil scientist I am passionate about the idea of delivering specific nutrients at certain times. Knowing what fertilizer ratio you should use when in the garden is important for ensuring maximum…