How To Articles

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

The Healthiest Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden
If you’re looking to increase your health this year, want to know which vegetables you should be eating daily, or you just want to fill

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

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,

How to Grow Cosmos from Seed to Flower
Cosmos are an annual flower that originate from Mexico but are a common annual in Canadian gardens. They’re bright, joyous flowers that the bees and

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

How to Grow Cabbage from Seed to Harvest
Cabbage is one of my favourite foods to eat! It’s so versatile, there’s a ton of varieties to choose from, and the flavour is incredible.

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

6 Tricks to Grow Massive Onions in Cold Climates
Onions are a staple food in the kitchen and are one of those plants that we all want to grow. The only problem? Onions are

Want a Huge Pepper Harvest? 6 Tips for Cold Climates
Many people believe that we can’t grow peppers well in Canada, or in any cold climate, without the help of a greenhouse. Our seasons are

3 Simple DIY Garden Trellis Ideas for Under $20
Lately it seems like gardening has become an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. As beautiful as arches and moon gates are, there

How to Garden When You Rent Your Home
The housing market has become so expensive that many people can’t afford to buy a home. Which means that if you can’t buy, you rent.

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

A Complete Guide to Hoop Houses in the Garden
If you think hoop houses are only good as a greenhouse in spring and fall, then you’re wrong, and you’ve been doing it wrong. Hoops

8 Steps to Build a Survival Garden
The world is an odd place right now. Between the climate and politics, there isn’t much stability. Which is why I wanted to talk about

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to Start A Worm Compost at Home (Vermicomposting)
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

How to Grow Cauliflower from Seed
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

How to Grow Swiss Chard: A Garden Staple
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

How to Grow Ground Cherries from Seed
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

Helpful Tips for a Fire Resistant Garden and Landscape
As the weather gets hotter and rain becomes more erratic, many places are seeing droughts and dry spells that are leading to an increased risk
How to Grow a Therapy Garden for Your Mental Health
One of the main reasons many people get into gardening is to support their mental health and to find ways to bring peace and tranquility

How to Grow an Apartment Garden (with or without a Balcony)
Here in Canada, it’s no secret that the housing market is out of control. Housing prices are increasing at rates far beyond that of salaries,

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

