The Battle of Spring
For years, my father and his wife argued about the spring cleaning of their garden. For my father, spring-cleaning aContinue Reading
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My Little Spring Treats
By Julie Boudreau Every fall, when the frost arrives and my farmers’ market announces it will close for the winter,Continue Reading
Answers to Your Questions: An Early Pineapple
Question Two years ago, I decided to try my hand at growing a pineapple that spent the summer in myContinue Reading
The first greenery of spring: moss
I love moss! It’s spring’s first burst of color! Is Moss a Plant? Yes, it’s a plant! Small (sometimes evenContinue Reading
Urine in the garden
The subject is a bit taboo, I know! But even Larry talked about it in 2020, after much hesitation, followingContinue Reading
Creeping Saxifrage: The April 2024 Houseplant of the Month
Creeping saxifrage is an ornamental plant used outdoors in many countries, not least because of its ease of cultivation, resistanceContinue Reading
Plants in Danger
Everyone knows about the Society for the Protection of Animals and the important role it plays for animals, particularly inContinue Reading
Laidback Gardening: What to Do in April ?
No matter how laidback you are, there are still some limits! You can put off certain things, like houseplant care,Continue Reading
The Most Beautiful Clematis Are Polish!
By Julie Boudreau A few months ago, I praised Russian lilacs. And, if, in my opinion, the most beautiful lilacsContinue Reading
Answers to Your Questions: Some Really Small Apples
Question Ten years ago, I sowed the seeds of an apple and kept a seedling, which has since grown intoContinue Reading