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Roses
Jun 22, 2023
If you have a garden with at least 6 hours of sun and well-drained soil you can plant beautiful, romantic roses. The non-grafted shrub roses are hardier and more disease resistant than other cultivars. Canadian bred and developed roses come in a variety of colors and...
Perennial Dividing & Fall Care
Jan 11, 2023
Perennials should be divided when they are growing strongly and look healthy. Dividing a perennial when it is not going well will result in poor establishment. Also some perennials will start to die out in the center of the mass. This is a sure sign it is time to...
Pruning Shrubs and Trees
Jan 11, 2023
Pruning is an important gardening skill. Always use proper tools that are clean and sharp. By pruning you encourage healthy growth of your shrubs and trees. WHEN TO PRUNE Best to prune shrubs and trees is when they are dormant. September to December and February to...
Fall Gardening Tips
Jan 11, 2023
Fall is an especially important time for your gardens. It is a great time to make changes and take a few steps that will ensure your garden looks great next spring. Throughout September and October, the soil’s temperature is still warm enough that transplanted and...
Fall Composting
Jan 11, 2023
Fall is a great time to gather materials to add to your compost pile. Composting can help your soil retain nutrients and moisture. Consider leaf & perennial composting to provide winter homes for ladybugs. LATE FALL COMPOSTING TIPS Till the annuals in. Most...
Clematis
Jan 11, 2023
Clematis are the Kings and Queens of vines. They have a wide range of colors in the white, pink, red, blue to purple hues. They are a wonderful addition to any garden. There are three main groups of clematis. They are grouped according to their pruning requirements....
Hydrangeas
Jan 11, 2023
Not only have hydrangeas grown in popularity but also in selection. In Manitoba hydrangeas come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. There are some that prefer shade, but many that will thrive in the sun. Perfect to fill a garden area and bring inside as a...
Cherries on the Prairies
Jan 11, 2023
FEATURED BLOG BY LAURA REMPEL I’ve been dreaming and scheming for several years now. Not that you would know it, by looking at my front garden. I have a small yard, and that’s my entire problem. You see, I want cherries. In my yard. And I can’t have them. Ten years...
Drought Tolerant Plants
Jan 11, 2023
Planning a garden with plants that, once established, are drought tolerant can save you time and money on water. There are many beautiful plants, that when combined, can give you a great effect, with less water. They do require regular watering till they get...
Plants For Alkaline Soils
Jan 11, 2023
Plant growth is often reduced in alkaline soil because water and essential nutrients can’t easily penetrate the soil. This can lead to nutrient deficiency and stunted growth in plants. Soil can be amended to lower the PH level. Picking plants that thrive in high...
Tomato Tips
Jan 11, 2023
There is nothing more enjoyable than feasting on homegrown garden tomatoes. Whether beefsteak, cherry, or heirloom, they are all such a treat. They can be started in March by seed indoors, then transplanted late May to early June, weather dependent. WHERE, WHEN &...
Lasagna Gardening
Jan 11, 2023
Lasagna gardening or sheet composting is an organic gardening method that results in fluffy, rich soil, with very little work. This is a perfect project for fall time. You are going to build a garden by layering nitrogen and carbon sources, like creating lasagna. It’s...
Butterfly Gardens
Jan 11, 2023
There is nothing more enjoyable than a yard full of butterflies on a warm summer day! There are several things to keep in mind to have a successful butterfly garden. A warm sunny location, a variety of host plants, as well as a variety of nectar plants. Pesticide use...
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