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Canadian gardening blogs
Canadian gardening blogs offer region-specific advice tailored to the country’s diverse climates, from the coastal rainforests of British Columbia to the chilly prairies and beyond.…
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Winter sowing containers
The best containers for winter sowing are transparent to let sunlight in, flexible to move with freezing/thawing soil, deep enough to hold 2-4 inches of…
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Best seeds for winter sowing
Wondering which are the best seeds for winter sowing? While you can try winter sowing just about anything, there are certainly some seeds that work…
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Winter sowing seed list
Winter sowing works for most perennial flowers, hardy annual flowers, cool-season vegetables, and cold-hardy herbs. The best seeds for winter sowing include plants that naturally…
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Winter sowing yarrow
Winter sowing yarrow seeds is a fun and easy way to add some vibrant color to your garden. This low-maintenance flowering plant not only provides…
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Garden catalogs
From finding the perfect flowers and shrubs that fit into any landscape design to discovering unique vegetables and herbs you may have never seen before…
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Seed catalogs
Discover the best seed catalogs to help you create a beautiful garden. Learn how to choose the right seeds and get tips for ordering from…
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Winter sowing sweet peas
Winter sowing sweet peas? Learn the best time to start, what containers to use, how to prep seed flats, and more tips for planting and…
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Winter sowing in milk jugs
Winter sowing in milk jugs is an easy and inexpensive way to get ahead of the growing season. By planting cold-hardy seeds in potting mix…
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Free printable vegetable garden planner
Looking for a free printable vegetable garden planner? This is the one I first put together in 2017 and refresh every spring. It’s been downloaded…
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9 plants that repel flies
Here are nine garden plants that can repel flies and other little pests from your garden. 1. Basil Basil is typically the herb that repels…
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What is a perennial plant?
Wondering what is a perennial plant? This is a very common question for anyone learning to garden or getting back into it after a break.…
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What is an annual plant?
Whether you are an avid gardener or just getting started, it’s essential to understand which plants are annual plants, how they compare to perennials, and…
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Plant combination ideas for container gardens
You can grow almost anything in containers, expanding your options far beyond what fits in your backyard. To take your container garden to the next…
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10 best garden planning apps
If you have big plans for your garden this year, you may want to consider using a helpful gardening planner to relieve some stress. There…
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Hanging plant holders
Many blooms and cascading plants perform best in hanging planters on a porch or archway in the garden. There are many types of hanging plant…
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10 best plant nurseries
Whether designing a new garden, making changes to a mature landscape, or trying to shoehorn a new favorite plant into a shrubbery, I’ve always found…
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15+ gifts for plant lovers
Gift-giving is not always an easy task, especially for recipients who don’t give you a single clue about what they want. Whether it’s birthdays, the…
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10 wooden Christmas ornaments
Wooden Christmas ornaments are a beautiful way to decorate your holiday tree each year. Whether they are homemade or bought from the store, they look…
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10 peppermint Christmas decor ideas
There are tons of great ideas you can use to make a peppermint collection in your home. Use candy canes or look-alikes to decorate your…
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How to start a gardening blog
Starting a gardening blog lets you share your projects, discoveries, and mistakes with other gardeners. Pick a name, get a hosting plan, install WordPress, and…
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10 gingerbread Christmas decor ideas
There’s nothing like the delicious smell of gingerbread to get you into the holiday spirit! Not only is gingerbread a tasty Christmas treat, but it…
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Sport variegation in plants
Wondering about sport variegation in plants? This fantastic phenomenon has given rise to some of the most sought-after cultivars of foliage plants. Sport variegation is…
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10 modern rock garden ideas
Whether you have a green thumb or not, there’s no denying the appeal of a well-groomed rock garden. While the traditional style of rock garden…
