Do I Need to Fertilize Native Plants? Essential Care Tips for Your Garden
Understanding Native Plants Native plants are species that have evolved and adapted to the specific conditions of a particular geographic area over long…
Seed-dropping drones can plant 40,000 trees a day
Advances in drone technology have led to significant changes in conservation efforts. Drones can now plant more than 40,000 seed pods in a…
When and How to Plant Grass Seed
Late summer and early fall are the prime times to plant grass seed. The lawn may be a little worn from summer fun or heat, moisture, pest, or…
How to Raise Soil pH with Garden Lime
Soil pH is an important part of the delicate and important relationship between plants and their root environment. The right pH makes a…
15 Varieties of Oakleaf Hydrangea
Oakleaf hydrangeas boast white pyramidal bloom clusters with color-changing capabilities. They emerge creamy white and age to dusky pink and…
11 Ways to Attract More Butterflies to Your Garden
Any time I’m outside, from spring through fall, I am on the lookout for interesting critters. A flutter of wings catches my eye, and I stop to…
The lethal sandbox tree – Hura Crepitans
The dynamite tree, scientifically known as Hura crepitans, is a notorious species found in tropical regions, particularly in the Americas.…
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Blue Thimble Flower
Native wildflowers are excellent choices for empty soil. They thrive with little maintenance or care, providing endless blooms with few…
25,000 sq ft IGA Rooftop Garden Design
The IGA Duchemin Urban Rooftop Farm in Ville Saint-Laurent, QC, is an innovative project that transforms the roof of a grocery store into a…
Found Floral Design and Edibles
“Foraging” is a big trend in gardening circles these days. Foraging means “to search widely for food or provisions,” according to the Oxford…
A Guide To Dahlia Types
Dahlias are the total floral package, able to add drama, elegance, and whimsy depending on the flower form. In the summer display, they’re…