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Roses

Roses

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...

Shrubs & Trees

Shrubs & Trees

Our shrub & tree orders are starting to arrive! We are expecting more truckloads over the next 2 weeks. Some of the shrubs we have so far include barberry, spirea, dogwood, cotoneaster, alpine currant, winterberry, hydrangea, potentilla, hardy roses, elderberry,...

Pruning Shrubs and Trees

Pruning Shrubs and Trees

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...

Cherries on the Prairies

Cherries on the Prairies

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...

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...

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.

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