Seedlings Randomly Die? Damping Off Could Be the Culprit
Whether it’s the first time you’ve experienced this, or you’re tired of the same thing happening – damping off is one of the worst things
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How to Manage Aphids in Your Garden
I have a love-hate relationship with aphids. I hate finding them on my plants, but I love them as an insect. What a fascinating insect
How to Shop for Plant Seedlings at a Greenhouse
If you’re new to gardening you might be unsure which seedlings are best to buy from the greenhouse, which ones are the healthiest, or if
4 Common Soil Mistakes Beginner Gardeners Make
When you’re new to gardening, and don’t know much, there’s one thing you can guarantee – plants need to grow in the dirt. But here’s
Start a Garden in 2026 With 6 Simple Steps
Have you been thinking about starting a garden but don’t know where to start? Maybe you have a black thumb and kill everything you touch,
Does the Seed Brand Matter? Dollar Store vs Nurseries
If you’re new to gardening, or new to growing from seed, you’ll notice that there’s dozens of seed brands to choose from. Staring at the
How to Invite Ladybugs into Your Garden
Ladybugs are one of the insects that everyone is familiar with thanks to their popularity in cartoons and children’s books. They’re not harmful, and aren’t
Your Most Asked Raised Garden Questions ANSWERED
If you’ve been thinking about getting into gardening, or if you should build your own raised bed or if you should buy one, this article
How to Deal with Animals in the Garden
We are lucky to share our land with so many animals, insects and birds. As much as they might cause you trouble in your garden,
Essential Plant Nutrition for the Beginner Gardener
Plants need to eat! Both water and nutrition are important for plants and understanding how plants take up nutrients and what each of the nutrients
8 Ways to Reduce Food Waste in Your Garden
If you’re anything like me, it’s easy to get overwhelmed during the garden season – leaving food to grow out and not harvesting it in
A Complete Guide to Raised Bed Gardening
I love gardening in raised beds. It’s my preferred way of gardening, and how I’ve chosen to do it my entire growing career. In this
3 Reasons Why You Should Buy Organic Seeds
If you’re looking for ways to be more sustainable or eco-friendly in your gardening hobby, then organic seeds are a great way to go. If
Looking for Organic Seeds? Check Out These 36 Canadian Companies
We all have our favourite seed companies that we love to buy from. Maybe because they offer a wide selection, maybe they’re local or maybe
How To Pick the Best Plants for Your Garden
If you’ve been thinking about starting a garden, this is the perfect time to do it! There is a wide variety of plants you can
9 Easy to Grow Flowers to Make A Stunning Bouquet
If you’re not already growing flowers, now is the time! Flowers are one of the most rewarding plants in gardening. All it takes is one
How To Protect Your Garden from Japanese Beetles
Japanese beetles have taken over Canadian gardens by storm. They come in mass numbers, damage a wide range of plants from flowers to vegetables and
9 Beneficial Insects to Attract to Your Garden
When growing a garden, the fight against pests starts with beneficial insects and animals. Rather than trying to fight nature alone, call for help! Before
How to Control Squash Vine Borers
What is the zucchini plants biggest nemesis? The squash vine borer. These insects are the biggest pest to zucchini and can take your plant from
How to Protect Your Plants from Cucumber Beetles
Cucumber beetles are the nemesis of many gardeners. These flying beetles come in masses, take over cucumber plants, and without proper management, they’ll stop you
Leaf Miner – How to Identify and Manage this Garden Pest
Leaf miners are a super common pest found in the spring garden. They love the tender leafy greens and can cause a lot of damage
11 Pests in Your Vegetable Garden You Should Know
The best way to combat pests in your vegetable garden is by being able to identify them. We’ve compiled the top 11 common pests that
What is the best soil to buy for your garden?
Something that you don’t realize until you’ve been gardening for a while is that somehow us gardeners need soil constantly. Even after you’ve built your
The Best Soil for Your Vegetable Garden
With so many soil types available on the market, it can get overwhelming trying to know which one you need. I want to take you
How To Identify and Correct Common Seedling Issues
Growing from seed can be both rewarding and frustrating. When a seed first germinates, and you see life popping out of the soil, it brings
How to Grow From Seed – A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re new to growing from seed, or have been doing it for a couple of years and looking to grow your skills, then this
What You Need To Grow Your Own Seeds Indoors
Growing your own seeds is a great skill to have because it opens up the plant varieties you have access to. When you buy from
How to Make Peat-Free Seed Starting Soil
The first question you might be asking when you read the title is, why peat-free? Is the seed soil I buy actually harming the planet?
8 Easy to Grow Seeds for the Beginner Gardener
Growing from seed can be difficult when you’re a beginner. There are a lot of terms, instructions and special care items you need to learn
How to Read A Seed Packet
Growing from seed is both challenging and rewarding. One of the main reasons to grow from seed is because you can choose the specific varieties
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