Elements of Gardening
Why do I garden? Maybe it’s something handed down from my ancient ancestors, but I know my mother’s side ofContinue Reading
Category: Editorial
Where Are the Limits of Gardening?
Philosophical question: what does gardening include? I love writing surprising articles on different aspects of ecology. Sometimes I even goContinue Reading
Memories of My Father
This Monday, Quebec is celebrating its Fête nationale. I always have a lot to celebrate on this day, and thisContinue Reading
A Gardener’s Repose
Whew! What a year! I confess I’m a little out of breath. After more than a decade as a landscaper,Continue Reading
Protecting Landscapes
I grew up in Quebec City, on the edge of the cape overlooking the St. Lawrence River, the city ofContinue Reading
Murphy Strikes Again!
Larry Hodgson published thousands of articles and 65 books over the course of his career, in both French and English.Continue Reading
Are Seedlings Suitable for Laidback Gardeners?
My mask of the perfect laidback gardener holds up very well from the time the snow melts until it returnsContinue Reading
New Year, New Projects!
Many of you already know that I lost my father in October: the famous Laidback Gardener, Larry Hodgson. Not wantingContinue Reading
I’m an Eternal Positive Skeptic
My Favorite Saying: You Never Know! I like to believe. Believe in what? Unicorns, Santa Claus, love! I like toContinue Reading
The Man Behind the Gardener
I won’t try to tell you what kind of man my father was. If you’re here, it’s because you knewContinue Reading