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Here are 22 types of red berries I have encountered in backyards and hiking trips in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, in the heart of Canada. How many of them have you seen? I am a outdoor plant enthusiast who enjoys foraging for food. I’ve been fortunate to have many teachers and many opportunities to learn … Read more
Blanket flower, also known as gaillardia, is an easy-to-grow, short-lived wildflower with richly colored, daisy-like blooms. These fast-growing plants mature to 24 inches tall with a 20-inch spread. This garden favorite puts out large showy blossoms in shades of orange, red, yellow, white, purple, and peach throughout the warm season. Gaillardias are such long-blooming perennials … Read more
Living in the woods provides endless entertainment. I get to share my space with a variety of quirky, unique and beautiful creatures. The squirrels are actually one of my favorites. They are the tiny daredevils of the canopy, leaping fearlessly from one branch to the next, scaling up tree bark to escape predators and find … Read more
Statice is a beautiful, long-lasting flower that is perfect for cut flower arrangements and dried floral crafts. Though often grown as an annual, statice is actually a short-lived perennial in warmer climates. With its colorful blooms and unique, paper-like texture, statice adds interest and visual appeal to any garden. Growing statice from seed is quite … Read more
Do you toss out your orchid plants after they stop blooming indoors? Don’t throw those tired orchids out! In this post, you’ll learn how to grow orchids on trees in an easy way. Orchids in pots seem to be in every garden center during the spring months and they add a pop of tropical color … Read more
We have had really strange weather lately, hot then cold then humid then wet then dry! Enough to make a tomato plant cry. Some of my customers have contacted about some leaf rolling, spots etc. Even I am starting to see what I think is called Septoria Leaf Spot. this is a guide that you … Read more
If you have hydrangeas in containers bringing them in for the winter is something to consider. A lot depends on the container you have, your growing zone, and the kind of hydrangea you want to protect. Overwintering hydrangeas in pots can seem daunting, but with the right care and preparation, your hydrangeas will thrive through … Read more
Irises are beautiful flowering plants that come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. Getting to know the different parts of an iris plant can help you better understand how these gorgeous blooms grow and thrive. In this article, we’ll explore the anatomy of an iris both the flower and the rest of the … Read more
Growing potatoes in barrels is an ingenious way to cultivate a healthy crop of spuds even if you don’t have a large garden. The contained environment of a barrel allows you to easily control moisture, soil quality, sunlight exposure and other factors critical for potato growth. In this simple guide, I’ll walk you through the … Read more
String of Pearls were one of the very first plants I got when starting my plant parenthood journey / addiction. Whats not to love about those cute round green peas? They make you happy just looking at them. Like something out of Dr Suess. However String of Pearls was also one of the first and … Read more