When Ladybugs Invade
Asian ladybugs (Harmonia axyridis), native to China, and also called Asian lady beetles or Asian ladybirds, have been imported into many countries as beneficialContinue Reading
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Growing Dried Beans
Planning vegetable production at the Jardins du Bassin Louise is far from being done on the corner of a table.Continue Reading
Death and Longevity: The Mysterious Yew
Honoured readers and thrill-seekers, welcome to the latest chapter in our Halloween series dedicated to poisonous plants. In this terrifyingContinue Reading
Fall Lawn Care
Lawns were very green this year, thanks to the abundant rain we received throughout the summer in parts of Canada.Continue Reading
The Secret of Changing Tree Colors
In late September and early October, the trees in our yards, parks and forests begin to herald the arrival ofContinue Reading
Autumn Sowing Is Possible… in Certain Cases
This spring, I took a little tour of a community garden with a friend (just a visit, as I’ve beenContinue Reading
Get Out Your Photos! It’s Time to Plant Your Bulbs…Properly!
By Julie Boudreau Last spring, I invited you to take photos of your garden, so you can remember what itContinue Reading
A Native Perennial with Beautiful Berries
A perennial grown mainly for its decorative berries? That’s very unusual. Most perennials are ground for their flowers or theirContinue Reading
Journey North Project
I hope your school year is off to a great start! It’s an exciting time of year and a chanceContinue Reading
The Plant of Death and the Witch’s Favorite: The Wild Hemlock
I promised you: during the month of October, you’ll be treated to articles on scary poisonous plants. Enough to makeContinue Reading