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Homemade Remedies

Homemade Remedies

Natural homemade organic remedies are inexpensive, easy to make and non-toxic. They will not harm kids, pets, beneficial insects, or wildlife. The best part is you can probably find the ingredients in your own kitchen. APHIDS To get rid of Aphids, mix 15ml (1 Tbsp) of...

Plants for Hedges

Plants for Hedges

A hedge is an excellent way to create privacy and shelter around your home. They also make a wonderful backdrop for other plants, patios, play structures, fire pit areas, and furniture. The following is a list of plants that we recommend for hedges in Winnipeg and...

Living Screens

Living Screens

Whether you are in a new development, or an established neighborhood, everybody needs something to look at other than blank house walls, wide spans of fence, and apartment buildings. The answer is a ‘screening strategy. Many different plants can make an effective...

Plants For Shade

Plants For Shade

Not sure what to do with the shady areas of your yard? With some planning you can plant an assortment of beautiful annuals, perennials and shrubs that will thrive in the shade. Now a days, there is a large assortment of shade loving plants available. It is just a...

Drought Tolerant Plants

Drought Tolerant Plants

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

Plants For Alkaline Soils

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...

Hot Summer Watering

Hot Summer Watering

During hot summers it can be hard to keep up with the watering. Newly planted shrubs, trees and perennials must be checked regularly to make sure they do not dry out. Over watering can also happen if you water too much at once.

Organic Fertilizing

Organic Fertilizing

We carry Evolve Organic Fertilizers that have been carefully formulated to meet your specific growing needs, A simple and easy way to grow your plants organically. Whether you are growing flowers, shrubs, trees or vegetables, there is a fertilizer for everything.

Non Toxic Houseplants

Non Toxic Houseplants

If you have cats or dogs, make sure you pick houseplant varieties that are non-toxic to animals. From ferns to trailing Hoya’s here is a few of the fun plants you can safely grow indoors. PEPEROMIA Peperomia caperata 'Rosso'Peperomia albovittata 'Piccolo Banda'...

Butterfly Gardens

Butterfly Gardens

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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