Laidback Gardeners’ Day
June 24 marks the birthday of Larry Hodgson, the original Laidback Gardener—author, columnist, broadcaster, and speaker who introduced generations ofContinue Reading
Author: Mathieu Hodgson
Mathieu manages the jardinierparesseux.com and laidbackgardener.blog websites. He is also a garden designer for a landscaping company in Montreal, Canada. Although he loves contributing to the blog, he prefers fishing.
10 Fascinating Facts About Pollinators
June 22–28 marks Pollinator Week, an international celebration dedicated to these often-overlooked workers who ensure the reproduction of thousands ofContinue Reading
The Indigenous Heritage That Grows in Our Gardens
June 21, 2026, marks the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Across Canada, this day is an opportunity toContinue Reading
Is Cedar Mulch a Good Choice for Pots and Planters?
I was wondering if I could use cedar mulch around my potted plants and container gardens. Answer Yes, that’s certainlyContinue Reading
How to Grow Tomatoes in Containers Without Becoming Their Slave
Tomatoes sometimes have a reputation for being real divas. The queen of the vegetable garden is said to demand constantContinue Reading
7 Things to Know About Lilacs
Depending on where you live, lilacs may still be in bloom, ended their flowering season, or, in cooler regions, justContinue Reading
Quebec Is Cracking Down on Invasive Plants
Effective June 4, 2026, a new regulation on invasive alien plant species will take effect in Quebec. Adopted under theContinue Reading
Answers to Your Questions: Topdressing and Overseeding Your Lawn in the Spring
I’d like to know when I can start and stop applying soil to my lawn this spring. Can I doContinue Reading
Laidback Gardening: What to Do in June?
Hey hey hey! It’s your garden! Phew! Things are growing right before our eyes here! The bulbs have been bloomingContinue Reading
Foraging Begins With Wonder
I’ve noticed a growing interest in food self-sufficiency over the last few years. Not just in vegetable gardening, food forests,Continue Reading