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Plants
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Why Native Plants?
Claudette Sims & Janet Mackey – Halton Master Gardeners Begin a discussion about native plants with gardeners present, and its likely to become a…
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What’s That Caterpillar ?
Sometimes its exciting to see caterpillars in our gardens. They are signs of life and balance in the garden. There’s hope for colourful butterflies…
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It’s Not Invasive in MY Garden…What’s the Harm?
The Concepts and Controversies of Introduced Species. It is the policy of Master Gardeners of Ontario to encourage the removal of invasive species and…
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The Cutting Edge: Getting tools ready for the season
At this time of year, we are all getting busy in our gardens: the blooms, the pollinators, the scents and the sounds. Few of…
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An Informed Approach to Animal ‘Pests’ in the Garden
Outdoor gardening season in spring brings renewed questions from Ontario gardeners struggling with various animal pests in gardens. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is the…
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Feeding Your Plants: Food for Thought
Cathy Kavassalis – Halton Master Gardeners Plants have different nutritional needs. Some plants require nutrient rich soils, while others thrive in lean, nutrient poor…
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The Gorilla In the Garden
No grow lamps, no high-tech equipment…just a South facing window, but with this low-tech combination there has been green-thumb success for me in growing…
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Cannabis
In honour of April 20, the International Cannabis Holiday here’s your guide to growing Cannabis plants for your own use this summer.
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HOW TO ATTRACT BENEFICIAL INSECTS TO THE GARDEN
Creating an ecologically balanced home garden, teeming with life and variety, where no pesticides or herbicides organic or otherwise are needed, is achievable if…
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March Garden 'To Do' List
Claudette Sims – Halton Master Gardener ❑ Houseplants – Increase water and feeding as plants start actively growing. ❑ Amaryllis – After the flowers…