Gardening News, Tips & Advice

How to Protect Your Fruit Tree from Bugs, Pest, Mould & Mildew | Spring Gardening Tips | Dormant Oil

By Nancy

Posted in Spring Gardening

How to Protect Your Fruit Tree from Bugs, Pest, Mould & Mildew | Spring Gardening Tips | Dormant Oil

Calling all fruit tree peeps! Early spring is the time to apply dormant oil spray kits to protect your fruit trees from unwanted pests.

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To Rake or Not to Rake Your Grass | Spring Gardening Tips | Lawn Care

By Nancy

Posted in Spring Gardening

To Rake or Not to Rake Your Grass | Spring Gardening Tips | Lawn Care

With the record-breaking temperatures we are enjoying, it’s not hard to believe that gardening season is upon us, but wait—carefully walk that rake back to the shed and read this first.

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Holey Houseplants | Caring for the Monstera Deliciosa Plant

By Kelly Heath

Posted in House Plants

Holey Houseplants | Caring for the Monstera Deliciosa Plant

There are many plant features and growth habits that amaze and impress and in this post we’re taking a closer look at leaf fenestration and caring for monstera, aka the Swiss Cheese Plant and sometimes called split-leaf philodendron.

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Holey Houseplants | Let’s Talk Leaf Fenestration

By Kelly Heath

Posted in House Plants

Holey Houseplants | Let’s Talk Leaf Fenestration

There are many plant features and growth habits that amaze and impress and in this post we’re taking a closer look at leaf fenestration and caring for monstera, aka the Swiss Cheese Plant and sometimes called split-leaf philodendron.

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Cool Weather Crops, Soil & Seeding | Ottawa, Smiths Falls, Barrhaven

Posted in For the Love of Food, Spring Gardening

Cool Weather Crops, Soil & Seeding | Ottawa, Smiths Falls, Barrhaven

If this is your first season growing your own garden WELCOME! Here is the first edition of our Victory Garden 2.0 series. This year more than ever is a perfect opportunity to learn something new that may stay with you for a lifetime.

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A Seed is a Promise | Best Tips on Growing & Sowing Seeds

By Kelly Heath

Posted in Spring Gardening, The Basics

A Seed is a Promise | Best Tips on Growing & Sowing Seeds

Seeds are an economical way to grow and a wonderful way to teach children about the magic of plants and gardening. Read on for our best growing tips for your seeds.

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Edible Gardening Tips for Homegrown Fresh Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs | Ottawa Valley

Posted in For the Love of Food, Spring Gardening, Summer Gardening, The Basics

Edible Gardening Tips for Homegrown Fresh Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs | Ottawa Valley

Growing your own vegetables, fruits and herbs is possible no matter your space. Be it a large backyard garden or a container garden on your front porch, balcony or patio, we have some great edible gardening tips so you can enjoy fresh homegrown food from your very own garden in the Ottawa Valley.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 1 | What is the Difference Between Bush and Vine Tomatoes?

Posted in For the Love of Food, Tomatoes 101

Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 1 | What is the Difference Between Bush and Vine Tomatoes?

Looking for tips on growing the perfect tomato in your garden or patio container? Today's tomato gardening 101 tip: the difference between bush (determinate) and vine (indeterminate) tomatoes.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 2 | Breaking Down the Best Tomato Varieties for Your Needs

Posted in For the Love of Food, Tomatoes 101

Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 2 | Breaking Down the Best Tomato Varieties for Your Needs

There is nothing quite like the taste of a fresh tomato from the garden. With over 15,000 varieties of tomatoes being cultivated worldwide, we are here to help you decide which variety of tomato is best for your needs.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 3 | Growing and Caring for Your Tomato Plant

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 3 | Growing and Caring for Your Tomato Plant

The best practices for growing and caring for your tomato plant. With a little love and attention you can keep your tomatoes healthy and thriving and will be enjoying fresh tomatoes from your garden in no time.

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