Growing jalapeños in pots is much easier than you might think. And it’s a great place to start gardening! If you love the fresh taste …
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Much like cherry tomatoes, the gardening season in Ontario is small but sweet. However, a well-organized gardener will find plenty of opportunities to grow abundant …
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Electric lawn edgers might seem like something you may not need on your homestead, but they can serve some hugely handy functions. I find it difficult sometimes …
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Winter can be a tricky time for gardening – especially when the frosty weather takes you unawares! Many plants will not survive exposure to cold …
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Who would have thought our old worn-out car tires could become valuable rubber mulch that neatens gardens while also helping your plants thrive? And – …
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Although it can be tempting to think of gardening as a warm-weather pastime, there are many things we can be doing through the colder months …
Welcome to British Columbia, home of the mildest climate in Canada. If you’re new to the province, you might be wondering what that means for …
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Chokecherry vs chokeberry! What’s the difference? By some cruel (and confusing) twist of fate, we have two similar plants – with nearly identical names! One …
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Mulch can be an essential tool for a healthy garden with robust plants! Mulch can help protect your soil from extreme temperatures, and it can …
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Do you have an unsightly tree stump rotting in your backyard or property – but you have no clue how to remove it? Maybe you’ve …
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Preparing for the winter season is one of the primary tests in establishing a durable homestead. One element of preparation includes protecting your plants. Frost …
Winter is here! And, you have a good crop of tomato plants. So you are asking yourself, will they make it through the cold season? …
We all know that high heat kills germs of various kinds. After all, our very own bodies raise temperature to kill pathogens. We boil, roast, or bake …
Proper management of nutrients in your garden will help your plants, blossoms, and fruits attain better health and greater beauty. Here is what you need …
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Most of us think of the greenhouse as a summer gardening accessory, there to help our tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers flourish and produce an abundant crop. It …
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