Did you know it’s possible to grow your own mushrooms? Mushrooms are one of those crops that aren’t talked about much in the vegetable garden world, but with the right care, mushrooms are a perennial that will come back every year, feeding you and your family for multiple years. A Quick Summary Wine cap mushrooms […]
Saving tomato seeds is a great way to save money and continue to grow your favourite varieties of tomatoes. As the weather continues to change and farmers are experiencing difficult growing conditions, seed saving is becoming ever more important. Harvesting, storing and keeping tomato seeds is super simple and can be done with just a […]
Often times our vacations line up perfectly with peak garden season. Kids are out of school, work often slows down and holidays are booked to visit friends, family and other countries. Going away for extended periods of time can be tough on our gardens but there are a few tasks that you can do in […]
Gardeners rejoice! Your fall front porch decor is actually future garden gold. Your pumpkins and straw hay bales are the perfect addition to your garden once the holidays are over. This means you can have a fun, seasonal front porch that can transition directly into feeding your garden. This is a classic gardeners dream. Being […]
It seems that every vegetable we grow in our gardens has a pest that comes with it. And the potato is no exception. I’d like to introduce you to the Three-lined Potato Beetle. This beetle looks similar to the striped cucumber beetle, however it differs by having a red head and upper body (prothorax). The […]
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 plant to bring you multiple blooms, the varieties available is vast, and even a single bloom can bring endless amounts of joy. Another thing we love about growing flowers is […]
Quick pickling is our favourite method for pickling food. Why? Because it’s quick! This method works for more than just cucumbers/pickles but today’s recipe is all about the classic pickle. This recipe has been passed down by my grandmother and I’m so excited to share it with you. It’s a small reminder of the woman […]
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 they are relentless. Check out this article to learn how you can slow these pests down and save your plants! What are Japanese Beetles? According to the Government of Canada, […]
When you start to grow your own garlic at home, you realize just how many varieties and flavours exist in this one crop. Garlic ranges in size from small to large (such as Elephant garlic) and you can grow varieties that are extra strong, or that are milder, depending on how you use it in […]
I love growing a fall garden but it can be difficult to plan when the garden fatigue of summer sets in. I learned that I love fall gardens after I grew my first fall garden. I had just moved to Ottawa at the end of August and didn’t get a chance to garden much that […]
