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Grow the healthiest plants possible by following our easy tips and tricks. From seed starting to finally getting plants into the ground, we’ve got you covered.

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Two Birds, One Stone: Edimental Gardens Create Beauty And Food Security

Ornamental perennials are those long-lasting plants that bring colour and glamour to the landscape. Many are edible and are finding …

Upcycled Planters Are Kind To The Planet, And Our Wallets

Upcycling isn’t just hip and fashionable; it’s also planet-friendly. Reusing items is almost always a good thing, and one great …

A Fresh List Of Garden Tasks As Spring Fever Sets In

Spring has arrived! The ground is warming up, and the days are longer. A list of essentials can help get …

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

You’ve got your seeds, seed starting mix, containers, domes, heat mats, and grow lights. You’re officially ready to start some …

Easy Tips And Tricks For Seed Starting Success

A sunny windowsill, some patience, and a few seed-starting tips are all you need to get a jump on the …

Clematis Lovers, Get Out Into the Garden and Get Pruning!

I love clematis! My tiny urban garden boasts over 16 varieties that bloom from early spring to late fall. The …

Setting the Stage For Mushroom Cultivation

Whether starting from a spore or pre-inoculated kit, cleanliness will be a significant factor in the success of your first …

How To Keep Hummingbirds Well-Fed Throughout The Winter

Between March and September, hummingbirds are spotted in gardens across North America, enjoying the nectar from brightly-colored plants. As part …

Tissue Culture ll: The Magnificent World Of Mushrooms

It should be no surprise that it is possible to multiply and grow organisms from across the kingdoms of life …

5 Cool Ways to Grow Mushrooms at Home

How could you not be completely obsessed with mushrooms and all of the incredible benefits they offer? You’re probably thinking it’s …

February Is The Perfect Month To Give Your Garden Some Love

Valentine’s Day is coming, so why not show the garden some love? In some parts of the world, crocus and …

January And The Great Garden Cycle Reset

Just as the start of the New Year is a time for fresh beginnings, the garden has reset its cycle …

How Mono-Silicic Acid Can Change Your Grow For The Better

Having been in the HVAC side of farming for many years, I have always hesitated to look into the side …

December Garden Tips And The 5 P’s: Plant, Prune, Prepare, Protect, And Plan!

The trees are bare of leaves, and the garden is cozy under a layer of mulch and compost. The first …

Tissue Culture l: Propagating Many Plants In Small Spaces

There’s more than one way to propagate a plant. Growing from seeds, cuttings, or grafting are tried and true methods …

Keeping Container Plants Warm In The Winter

For gardeners without a lot of space, container gardening is the answer! Roses, shrubs, and perennials can happily thrive in …

A Grower’s Guide To Cost-Effective Crop Nuisance Control

I am fortunate to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world for growing outdoor cannabis. Our …

November Garden Tips: Keeping The Garden Cozy And Soil Healthy

It’s November; the last summer and fall perennials have died back, their roots ruminating under frostbitten soil, waiting for spring. …

Things You Can Do Throughout The Seasons To Keep Bee Hives Buzzing

We are well into autumn, and much of the wildlife in the Northern hemisphere is getting sleepy. The metabolism of …

Deadheading: Another Fall Garden Chore Bites The Dust

Lazy gardeners, we’ve heard your calls, and we are here to deliver! Plenty of garden tasks still need to be …

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