A Brief History of Gardens (Part One)
I’ve been visiting gardens around the world for over 40 years, and each time I learn a little more aboutContinue Reading
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Overseeding and Topdressing: For a Greener, More Eco-Friendly Lawn
We don’t all have the same expectations for our lawns. For some, a beautiful lawn is a dense, uniform carpetContinue Reading
Which Panicle Hydrangea Should I Choose for My Garden?
How far we’ve come from the days when you had to choose between a standard or non-standard “P.G.” hydrangea! SinceContinue Reading
Answers to Your Questions: Transplanting, Repotting, and Potting Soil
When should you transplant? In the garden of the house I just bought, there are many shrubs and perennials ofContinue Reading
Ants and Aphids: Just Like on a Farm
Last week, I left you with a teaser: that little line of ants standing guard around a colony of aphids.Continue Reading
Container Gardening for Beginners: BAnQ’s Gardening Book of the Month
You can borrow this e-book from Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ). Subscription is required and is free. ContainerContinue Reading
Harvesting Vegetables at the Right Time and in the Right Way (Part 2)
In the middle of summer, whilst I’m still spending far too much time in front of my computer, I pictureContinue Reading
The Most Laidback Thing I’ve Ever Done
I’ve just committed the ultimate laidback act: I’ve hired someone to look after my plants. It feels rather strange toContinue Reading
Laidback Gardening: What to Do in August?
Hey! It’s your garden again! Can we have a quick chat? Remember last month, when I told you to relaxContinue Reading
Would You Be Able to Identify Poison Ivy?
When you enjoy exploring natural areas throughout southern Quebec, it’s only a matter of time before you stumble upon aContinue Reading