Garden Maintenance Simplified As gardeners we all are eternal optimists. We are always planting and waiting. So let’s see if we can’t simplify some of our habits to make things a bit easier for you. Historically gardening has been about bending nature to the human will. We enjoy the beauty of the natural world but […]
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Bees, butterflies, spiders, and caterpillars all make Heather happy! A long-time gardener and nature lover, Heather is often found outside observing the world around her. Heather has a diploma in Horticulture from the University of Guelph and is a Master Gardener with the London Middlesex Master Gardeners. She appreciates the beautiful native species that thrive in Southwestern Ontario and uses them alongside other favourites to improve the biodiversity in the gardens around her in the ecologically sustainable gardens she designs to attract as many native critters as possible — even skunks are welcome to travel through her yard (as long as they don’t take up residence).
Plant Propagation: Grow more from what you have
Plant propagation is one of the most rewarding (and budget-friendly!) ways to multiply your favorite flowers. Whether you’re collecting seeds, dividing perennials, or sharing a beloved hosta from grandma’s garden, this guide shows you how to do it with care and success.
The Far Reaching Benefits of Native Plants
Native plants do more than beautify your garden—they support pollinators, feed wildlife, and build healthy ecosystems. Explore practical ways to rewild your yard with native species and help reverse the decline in biodiversity, one plant at a time.