Spring

How To Make Tipsy Pots

Published on June 10, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tipsy pots, or topsy turvy planters, are stacked flowerpots that look ready to fall—but don’t! They’re a fun and easy garden project to try. This is part of a series featuring creative garden … [Read more...]

Soil Testing: Comparing Home Kit Versus Lab Test

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

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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Whether you’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...]

How to Find Your Canadian Plant Hardiness Zone

Published on May 5, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Your plant hardiness zone is an important piece of information to guide your garden decisions. Here in Canada we have a wide range of garden zones with variations in each province. Have a look at the … [Read more...]

How to Get Started with Straw Bale Gardening

Published on April 22, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Straw bale gardening advocates say it is an excellent solution for many gardeners around the world providing an economical, flood-resistant way to grow veggies and other annuals right where you want … [Read more...]

DIY Portable Garden Tool Storage Shed on Wheels (Free Plans)

Published on April 15, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keep your garden tools organized with this DIY wheeled tool shed. Quick to build and easy to customize, it’s ideal for a shed, garage, or covered patio. For more DIY projects, be sure to … [Read more...]

50 Plants for Clay Soil (Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees)

Published on March 29, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

It is not easy to grow in dense soil but this list of plants for clay soil will give you a fighting chance. There are flowering perennials, shrubs, climbers, and trees that all enjoy or … [Read more...]