Topic
Plants
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A Guide To Indoor Plant Pests And Diseases
Indoor plants can make beautiful and satisfying additions to your home. They are also, generally speaking, easy to care for. They have limited but…
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Research Center
All modern First Ladies of the United States have adopted a cause or project during their husbands’ terms in office. Mrs. Johnson championed the…
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Successfully Growing Ranunculus and Anemone
It’s early spring. We’re starting to see the sun again and we’re itching to get into the garden, but it may be too early…
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Starting Seeds
Hariette Henry – Halton Master Gardeners If you are new to starting seeds and you want them to develop into healthy plants it’s a…
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Sustainable Solutions for the Boxwood Blues – Part 2
With the recent pest and disease issues associated with Boxwood, Halton Master Gardeners have decided it is no longer a sustainable plant in our…
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Time to Re-Think Boxwood – Part 1 Box Tree Moth
Recently in southern Ontario, Boxwood Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) an invasive pest from Asia has infested boxwoods throughout the region causing severe effects, resulting in…
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My Favourite Houseplant, the Monstera Deliciosa
As outdoor gardeners are transitioning to more time indoors as the cooler seasons arrive, the value and health benefits of having indoor plants is…
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THE DIRT ON SOAP
With recipes galore on the Internet and social media, it’s not surprising to see so many recommendations for homemade pesticides and herbicides. We need…
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Invasive Jumping Worms – Information for Home Gardeners
All earthworms in Ontario are non-native and harm the environment. However, invasive Jumping Worms (JWs) cause much more damage & spread much more quickly.…
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Some Like It Hot:
It’s almost that time! Many gardeners will soon be gathering their seed growing supplies to germinate their favourite vegetables, herbs, and annuals. There are…