The latter half of the summer is known as wasp and hornet season as it is during this time of year that they multiply quite quickly. Unfortunately, unlike some other insects, they can actually harm you and your family with their vicious sting (and, even worse, they can sting you more than once). The… Read more »
Are cats getting into your garden? Are they digging your plants up? Are they causing any other sort of issues for your flowers, vegetables, et cetera? Whether it’s your cat, a neighbour’s cat, or a stray, cats can wreak havoc on your garden if you are not careful. The good news is that it… Read more »
It takes more than soil, water, and sunshine to make the world green. At least 30% of the world’s crops and 90% of all plants require cross-pollination to spread and thrive, and here in Canada, bees are our most important pollinators. Unfortunately, bee populations here and around the world are in decline. Climate change… Read more »
Summer means warm long sunny days, and who doesn’t want that? Many of us are eternally grateful for the sunshine after six dreary months of winter. However, just as excessive sun exposure can damage unprotected skin, your lawn won’t fare well without a proper balance of sun and moisture. Droughts can leave your grass badly… Read more »
Comme les Canadiens passent une bonne partie de l’année à composer avec le gel et des conditions climatiques rigoureuses, tous attendent impatiemment l’été. Toutefois, lorsqu’ils s’installent enfin, les mois plus chauds apportent leur lot de désagréments pour les propriétaires et les amateurs de jardinage. Voici 10 conseils et solutions pour l’entretien de la pelouse… Read more »
Canadians spend so much of the year dealing with freezing and inclement weather that we all long for summer. However, when it finally arrives, the warmer months can bring issues for homeowners and gardening enthusiasts.Canadians spend so much of the year dealing with freezing and inclement weather that we all long for summer. However,… Read more »
With 85% of Canadians living in an urban environment, large lots are increasingly rare and space is becoming very limited in cities. Practicing horticulture in major urban centres like Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver requires creativity and we sometimes have to grow our edibles on buildings! This rooftop was turned into a container garden. … Read more »
The perfect lawn is the quintessential image of neighbourhood rivalry. Picture, neighbours watering their lawns, silently comparing colour, thickness, and health to the other homes on the block. So, what’s the trick to having the best lawn on the block? In my opinion, overseeding is the most important step to having a healthy, lush… Read more »
By Albert Mondor, horticulturist and biologist Perennial cactuses that withstand our harsh winters? Yes, they exist! Of the four cactus species that grow in the wild in Canada, the brittle prickly-pear cactus (Opuntia fragilis) is assuredly the hardiest, contrary to what its name suggests. Indeed, it grows at 58º North latitude in Alberta, that is,… Read more »
A lush, green, well-maintained lawn is something every homeowner desires, though weather and other factors can make that difficult to achieve. Fortunately, there are effective ways to deal with damaged or dead grass that allow you to create an attractive lawn, contributing to your community pride. Here are three common types of lawn damage… Read more »
Gardening is a favourite pastime for many people out there, particularly for those who live in the country, or happen to have a large backyard in town. While they may have a significant space advantage, gardening in small spaces is still rewarding—perhaps even more so, since you must think carefully about how you want… Read more »
Looking to plant vegetables in your garden? Are you afraid it is too late to start in late summer? While some plants are not suited to this time of year, there are quite a few that thrive when you plant them later on in the summer. Here are six of the best vegetables you can… Read more »
