Living in the Shadow of Others
While walking through my father’s garden recently, I made a few discoveries. Now that most of the leaves on theContinue Reading
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Overwintering Houseplants
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Truffles: Black Diamonds
Thanks to a contest, I had the chance, in October, to attend a truffle harvesting activity organized by Truffes QuébecContinue Reading
Apply Compost in the Fall
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The Effect of Night Length on Plants
No one can deny that the nights get quite long in November, and the days consequently much shorter. What isContinue Reading
How to Make a Hole in a Garbage Can in 9 Easy Steps
When I arrived home last Saturday, after a few weeks away, my deck was covered in fall leaves. Far fromContinue Reading
Plant Tulips, Even if it Snows!
A few years ago, a tabloid journalist made headlines with the story of a landscaper who had rolled out turfContinue Reading
The Worst Mistake of My Life!
Years ago, I made a terrible mistake! I let myself be talked into buying a dishwasher. My wife had beenContinue Reading