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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.

371 Articles

My Summer Celebrating Monarch Butterfly Sightings With My Kids

Have you seen a monarch butterfly lately? Catherine Sherriffs writes about how finding this endangered species was a victory for her and the kids.

When Blooms Fade, Grab Your Spade! A Guide To Dividing Plants In The Fall

Almost ready to pack it in for another season? Not so fast! Now’s the perfect time to start dividing plants to keep the garden healthy and vibrant next year.

Preserving Mushrooms Helps You Enjoy Your Harvest Longer

Do you want to get the most out of your mushroom harvest? Our easy guide offers tips for preserving mushrooms so you enjoy this heathy food longer.

Rhubarb Leaves A Key Ingredient In This DIY Organic Pesticide Recipe

Rhubarb leaves are toxic to humans, but you can use them in the garden! This easy organic pesticide recipe will keep critters away from ornamental plants.

To Cure Garlic Or Eat It Fresh Out Of The Garden?

It’s time to harvest garlic; what do you do with your homegrown bulbs? Some cure it, others eat it fresh out of the garden. There’s no wrong way to do it!

What To Do When Cabbage Worms Bust Into The Garden

Cabbage worms are nasty, making quick meals out of many plants growing in the vegetable garden. We can help you identify and get rid of them for good!

5 Cool Ways Homemade, Natural Solutions Help The Garden Thrive

How can the organic and regenerative grower tackle problems in the garden? Easily, thanks to these tips for making all-natural solutions to everyday issues.

Here’s The Dirt: Hugelkultur In Raised Garden Beds

Hugelkultur in raised beds? Hell, yeah! Why not? Hugelkultur is an ancient, no-dig technique that involves building soil with woody debris and other natural materials from around the forest or your yard.

How To Create Thermal Mass In The Garden

Do you have rocks on your property? Beyond looking good, they are great for... Heat! Read our guide on creating thermal mass in your garden.

I Spy Something Wild! Joining The Global City Nature Challenge

The Global City Nature Challenge is upon us! Your goal? To find wildlife in your city, snap a picture, and share it! Find out more today.

Plant A Sunflower (Or Two) For Guerrilla Garden Day!

International Guerrilla Garden Day encourages people to plant sunflowers around cities anytime before May 1st... Let's get planting!

Bombs Away! An Easy Guide To Making Seed Bombs

In honor of National Gardening Day, Garden Culture is making seed bombs! This clay-based recipe is easy to make and lots of fun for the whole family.

5 Cool Ways To Support Plants Through The Growth Cycles

Incredible gardens don’t just happen; plants need your support throughout their growth cycles so you can achieve ultimate quality and yields!

Seed Germination And The Three S’s: Stratification, Scarification, Soaking

It’s the time of year when seed germination becomes an obsession! Give your garden seeds their best shot at germination with these top tips.

Where Love Grows: Tito’s handmade vodka

Imagine feeding yourself and your family fresh produce every week at no cost? Catherine Sherriffs writes about a cool employee perk at Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

Celebrating Black Leadership And Growing Skills At Seattle’s Yes Farm

Operated by the Black Farmers Collective, Yes Farm strives to create a black-led, sovereign food system. Read more at Garden Culture online.

5 Cool Ways to Grow Mushrooms at Home

Thinking about growing delicious mushrooms at home? Of course, you are! Let’s get you started by choosing the right substrate for your mushroom-growing venture.

From Film Sets To Patios, Victory Garden LA Rewrites The Script

When the pandemic hit, LA-based commercial director Raul Fernandez built his wife two raised garden beds and posted pictures on Instagram. Little did he know he was about to launch a second career.