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Plants
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Seed Collection of Native Plants — Part 1: Collecting Native Seeds
Fall is the perfect time to collect native plant seeds! Learn when seeds are ready, how to collect them responsibly, what to leave behind…
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Composting Old Ideas: Learning to Garden Differently
What happens when new research challenges what we thought we knew about gardening? In our latest blog post, Jennifer Deeks reflects on outdated garden…
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Native Plants Nurseries in Southern Ontario – 2026
Many gardeners have been looking to add native plants to their gardens. Here is a list as of March 2026 prepared by Halton Region…
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Canada’s Plant Hardiness Zones Update for 2025: What Gardeners Need to Know
Canada’s Plant Hardiness Zones have been updated for the first time in over a decade! Based on 1991–2020 climate data, most of the country…
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Bringing Plants Indoors,Without Bringing in Problems
Thinking about bringing your houseplants indoors for the winter? It’s the perfect time — but don’t let pests and diseases hitch a ride! In…
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Managing Japanese Beetles in the Garden: An Integrated Pest Management Approach
It’s Japanese Beetle Season! These invasive pests are out in force from July through August. Learn why spraying isn’t the answer, how to protect…
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Strawberries in Hanging Baskets
🍓 Growing Strawberries in Hanging Baskets Want juicy, pest-free strawberries without bending or battling slugs? Hanging baskets are a simple, beautiful solution for organic…
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Choosing the Right Soil for Your Garden
Janet Mackey discusses soil preparation for gardening, emphasizing the variety of soil products available in Canada, which lack strict labeling regulations. She highlights the…
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Container Gardening with Native Plants
Gardeners are increasingly adding native perennials into container gardens for their ecological benefits, even in small spaces. Containers require less maintenance, making them ideal…
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Optimize Your Vegetable Garden with a Digital Sowing Calendar
Winter is the ideal time for gardeners to plan their vegetable garden, start sowing seeds, organize a planting schedule, and prepare for a successful…