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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Worm bins are such a great way to use your discarded produce and turn it into black gold. Worm bins work well in homes, apartments or condos because they’re small and don’t smell. Plus if you live in a place without green waste pickup, or if you have to pay for the weight of your […]
Cauliflower is a great addition to your garden because it can be planted early in the season and can save you money on groceries since it’s fairly expensive to buy at the grocery store! Plus it’s overall an interesting plant to watch grow. So why not get in an early crop and also save some […]
Swiss chard is a versatile, low maintenance garden plant that is highly underrated. This leafy green is packed full of nutrients, can be used in many dishes and is easy to grow. What makes Swiss chard so amazing is that it will grow from spring straight through to late fall, giving you food for months. […]
Growing from seed is one of the best skills that a gardener can have. It means that you have a wide selection of plants to choose from, and in the cold of winter you have something to look forward to. Unfortunately, the seed and garden industry is full of products that are unsustainable, harmful to […]
Ground cherries are the plant that you didn’t know you needed to grow. These are my all-time favourite plant to grow because they are easy to grow, vigorous and the fruit is so delicious! In this article I’ll show you how to grow these delicious fruits from seed, how to care for them, harvest them […]
