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Catherine Sherriffs

Editor at Garden Culture Magazine

Catherine is a Canadian award-winning journalist who worked as a reporter and news anchor in Montreal’s radio and television scene for 10 years. A graduate of Concordia University, she left the hustle and bustle of the business after starting a family. Now, she’s the editor and a writer for Garden Culture Magazine while also enjoying being a mom to her three young kids. Her interests include great food, gardening, fitness, animals, and anything outdoors.

388 Articles

Building A Layered Edible Perennial Garden

Building a garden with layers of edible and perennial plants is the future! Catherine Sherriffs chats with Christina Chung about this sustainable growing method.

The Hottest Predicted Gardening Trends For 2025

The Garden Media Group is out with its list of predicted gardening trends for 2025. From greening cities to lived-in gardens, it’s a nature renaissance!

5 Cool Ways Tech and AI Benefit the Environment

Technology can be used for good, and the world of plants is no exception. Here are five incredible ways tech and AI improve how we grow and help the planet.

Growing Vegetables in the Cold: The Winter Market Gardener

Local food isn’t always easy to find for people in northern climates. Catherine Sherriffs writes about a market gardener growing veggies throughout the winter.

Small Business Saturday: Shopping Local For The Holidays And Beyond

As the holiday season approaches, we encourage you to support local! Small Business Saturday highlights the incredible impact of keeping money close to home.

How To Plant An Urban Garden And Why It’s Important

An urban garden doesn’t have to be a huge undertaking; it can start with a few plants on your windowsill! Get started with our guide to urban gardening.

5 Cool Ways To Maximize Water In The Garden

We’re all about saving water in and out of the garden! From drip irrigation to ollas and hugelkulture, here are some ways to make the most of watering plants.

Planting A Heart Garden For Truth And Reconciliation

Have you heard of a heart garden? In honor of National Truth and Reconciliation Day, we’re exploring how to make one and why it’s important.

Long-Term Storage Solutions For Your Vegetable Harvest

How can you enjoy garden harvests through the cold months ahead? With proper storage, of course! Our guide will help you prepare your veggies and root cellar!

No Water, No Problem! Regenerating Dry Land Without Irrigation

As many of us turn to water conservation techniques in the garden, one organization is regenerating dry land without irrigation! Catherine Sherriffs explains.

Gardening Tips: 5 Cool Ways to Grow Like a Pro

Looking for some good growing advice? Garden Culture’s team of experts has got you covered with tips and tricks to help your garden grow.

The Intensively Planted Garden: Ignoring Plant Spacing Rules

Here’s a garden rule you might want to consider breaking: plant spacing! We’re cramming a bunch of plants into a raised bed, and we’re loving it!

A Simple Guide To Building a Wicking Bed

If you want to boost your regenerative gardening skills and conserve water, look no further than the wicking bed! Find out what it is, why you need it, and how to build it right here.

Our Top 5 Crop Picks For Buckets And Grow Bag Gardens

People love grow bags, buckets, and container gardens because they deliver high yields in small spaces. Here are our top five food crops that do well in bags.

5 Cool Ways Mushrooms Help Boost Human Health

Mushrooms are nutritious, delicious, and versatile, ready to be included in many meals. Catherine Sherriffs looks at some of the health benefits.

Lasagna Gardening: An All-Natural And Cheap Way To Grow Plants

Let’s talk lasagna gardening! This all-natural and inexpensive way to start regenerative garden beds is quick and easy.

The Golden Rules for Gardening in Grow Bags; 5 Tips to Ensure You Succeed

Grow bag gardening is fun, easy, and perfect for small spaces. You can grow a wide variety of plants in fabric bags, but there are some golden rules.

Positive Actions You Can Take Toward A Plastic-Free Future

Earth Day doesn’t have to be only one day a year. There are ways to help our planet daily, and 2024’s overall theme is fighting plastic pollution. Here’s how to help.

What Is Regenerative Gardening?

Regenerative gardening is about taking what happens in nature and applying it to your garden space. Our guide will help you understand it and get started!

A Guide To Creating A Regenerative, Sustainable Garden Space

Regenerative gardens work closely with nature and are highly productive. Catherine Sherriffs offers tips for creating a sustainable and eco-friendly space.