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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

Making The Environment Happy With Low-Carbon Gardens

We know that growing plants is good for the environment; why not step up your game with a low-carbon garden? Get started with these tips and tricks!

Seasonal Spotlight: Beets A Delicious and Nutritious Cold Weather Food Crop

There are many benefits to seasonal eating, like nutrition, availability, and affordability! So what to eat in January? Beets are in our seasonal spotlight.

How To Propagate Spider Plants

Starting new spider plants is easy! All you need is good potting soil, some itsy bitsy spider babies, and this guide to create a houseplant haven.

The Rise Of Eco-Anxiety: How Can We Learn To Cope?

These days, climate-related headlines are never good, and more people are suffering from eco-anxiety as a result. But what exactly is it and how can we cope?

Good Reads That Will Make Your Thumb Greener And Your Holiday Brighter

T’is the season to slow down and enjoy family, friends, and maybe even some good books! This selection of reads just might make you a better gardener.

Green Tips For The Christmas Holidays And Beyond

Anyone in the mood for a local Christmas market? We sure are! This holiday season and beyond is all about supporting local and sustainability.

Growing A Kitchen Garden Leads To Food Security As Potential Produce Shortage Looms

These days, there’s no shortage of shortages! With issues in the global supply chain threatening fresh produce stocks, now’s the time to start a kitchen garden.

Conserve Water In The Garden With Xeriscaping

Xeriscaping is typically practiced in dry climates, but we should all be conserving water in the garden, no matter where we live. Follow these tips and tricks.

A Very Merry Plant-Based Holiday

Food prices are sky high and they’re not coming down anytime soon. The holidays can still be delicious! Consider making some plant-based festive meals.

How To Harvest And Store Milkweed Seeds

Harvesting milkweed seeds is fun and easy! Although humble in appearance, milkweed is a hero to monarch butterflies and should be included in all gardens.

Pumpkins: From Humble Crop To Jack-O’-Lanterns

We know pumpkins are in season, but ever wonder why we turn these orange gourds into jack-o’-lanterns? Here’s a little Halloween History lesson.

Celebrating Canada’s First-Ever Upcycled Food Festival

Upcycled Ramen noodles, anyone? On October 22nd, Canada celebrates National Food Waste day with an all-new initiative called the Upcycled Food Festival.

Homestead 1839: A Farm With History Grows With The Past, Present, and Future In Mind

In West Burlington, Iowa, the Homestead 1839 is a diamond in the rough. The farm focuses on regenerative agriculture and growing nutritious food for all.

Take A Walk On The Wild Side With Horticultural Disobedience

Gardeners gone wild! Horticultural disobedience is a movement that has many homeowners breaking city bylaws and letting their lawns grow naturally.

Seasonal Eating: Get Cozy With These Healthy Fall Favorites

Ready for roasting and cozy soups and stews this fall? Seasonal eating is good for our health and wallets. Check out these fall superstars for your next meal!

5 Cool Ways To Add Simple Tech To Your Indoor Garden

Garden technology doesn’t have to be complicated! Here are five cool and easy ways to incorporate tech into your indoor growing ventures.

Celebrating National Kale Day

What is one of the world’s most nutritious superfoods? Kale, of course! It’s National Kale Day; here’s why you should celebrate this leafy green.

Dear Diary: The Summer My Gardens Failed

Between unwanted critters, pests, and diseases, some growing seasons are far worse than others. Here’s how to cope when the garden doesn’t go as planned.

Good Cultural Practices In The Garden

Take some time to reflect on this growing season’s garden. Did you follow good cultural practices? These steps will take your crops to the next level.

Tower Farming Technology Doing A World of Good

You may not love garden gadgets, but tech can help us grow a lot of food with less water and space! Tower farming is a viable alternative to growing in soil.