5 Ways to Conserve Water in the Garden

Water is a vital part of the garden, without it your garden won’t be able to grow. Depending on where you live, you either receive adequate amounts of rain, or you experience a dry growing season. Even if you receive regular rain, learning how to conserve water is both better on the environment, and will […]

How to Grow Peas – The Perfect Garden Snack

Peas are one of the best vegetables to add to your garden! They are fun to snack on and love the cool weather. They can be planted early, kicking off the garden season and giving you fresh snacks quickly! I have memories of going into my grandmothers garden and enjoying fresh peas. They were one […]

A Complete Guide to Raised Bed Gardening

a wood raised bed filled with soil and spring greens

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 article I am going to go over everything you need to know about raised bed gardening, from the different materials, to the heights, best practices and how to fill your […]

6 Unexpected Tools You Need In Your Garden

There aren’t many tools in the garden that you HAVE to have. Some people might think you need fancy new tools or the most aesthetic garden but the truth is you don’t. So in todays article I want to talk about a few tools that are not often talked about, but are a must-have in […]

How to Grow Potatoes in a Bag

Potatoes are one of the easiest vegetables you can grow. They’re low maintenance which means you can plant them in the ground, in a raised bed, a pot, a bag, a bucket – it doesn’t matter! Beyond being easy to grow, they are high in calories which means they’re a great addition to your garden. […]

How to Grow Zinnias from Seed to Bloom

Zinnias are my absolute favourite flower, next to peonies and hellebores. They come in such a wide variety of colours, shapes and sizes and are loved by both butterflies and bees. They are the perfect flower for the cut flower garden and are beautiful in bouquets. Plus, they’re simple to grow from seed. What more […]

How to Make Garden Sundried Tomatoes

Sundried tomatoes are one of the easiest things to make yet are super expensive at the grocery store. In todays article I wanted to take you through everything you need to know about dehydrating tomatoes and rehydrating them to that classic sundried tomato flavour. The Best Tomato Varieties for Sundrying This blog is reader supported. […]

5 Botanical Gardens in Canada You Can’t Miss!

If you’re planning on travelling in Canada this year and hope to see some gardens, here are 5 beautiful botanical gardens that will spark your garden creativity! Spread across the country, these amazing places will give you the chance to see some amazing collections of flowers, ponds and trees. 1. Royal Botanical Garden Address: 680 […]

How AI Has Made It’s Way Into The Gardening World

drip irrigation set up in a garden

What is AI and How Does It Fit in the Garden? AI is everywhere! Over the past few years the news, social media and many other places have been flooded with stories on AI. AI stands for Artificial Intelligence and it’s technology that is used to replicate human intelligence, doing things that humans normally do […]

How to Grow Broccoli in Containers or Gardens

Broccoli is a great plant to include in the garden because it can be grown in the cold of spring and fall, making it the perfect crop to fill the garden before the main vegetables come in. When planned properly, you can harvest your broccoli at the same time as you’re planting your tomatoes in […]