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Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.

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16 Garden Vegetables That Sweeten with Frost

Published on September 11, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Root vegetables that sweeten after exposure to frost conditions.

Have you noticed carrots, kale, or broccoli taste better after a frost? That's because some cool-tolerant veggies convert their starches into sugars as temperatures drop. Discover how this natural … [Read more...]

How to Make a Worm Tower (In-Ground Composter)

Published on August 8, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Creating a worm tower with a bucket buried in the ground.

Turn kitchen scraps into fertilizer with a DIY worm tower made from a buried bucket. Add compost-friendly food waste and paperโ€”worms do the rest. Here's how. If you are interested in other ways to … [Read more...]

How to Catch Japanese Beetles (Invasive Pest Tip)

Published on July 31, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Japanese bugs eating plant foliage.

While we canโ€™t eliminate Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) entirely, these tips can help reduce their numbers. Fewer beetles mean less damage to our garden plants. If weeds are winning in your … [Read more...]

7 Smart Watering Tips for Home Gardeners

Published on July 28, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hand holding watering nozzle.

Use these top tips to learn how to efficiently water your garden and keep plants happy throughout the growing season. The right gear at the right time make all the difference. If the weeds are … [Read more...]

Soil Testing: Comparing Home Kit Versus Lab Test

Published on May 28, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden soil ready for testing.

If you want to understand what your garden needs, a soil test can measure soil health and nutrients to identify any deficiencies. We tried a popular do-it-yourself home test versus a lab test to see … [Read more...]

Garden Tool Guide: How to Choose the Right Pruners & Loppers

Published on May 27, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Assortment of garden tools.

Whether youโ€™re trimming trees, shrubs, hedges, or perennials, the right tool makes all the difference. Use our guide to find the best pruners, loppers, and saws for your garden jobs. If you are new … [Read more...]

Canadian Garden Plant & Seed Sources (By Province)

Published on May 6, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Scenes from the garden.

A directory of seed, bulb, and plant sources in Canada including catalogs and online shops. Listings are sorted by Province. I also have a directory of seed and plant sources in the … [Read more...]

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