Divide and Thrive: The Secret to Perennial Abundance
By Jennifer Langille Perennials are the gift that keeps on giving. Not only do they return year after year, but many also multiply and improve with age – until they start to get a little too crowded. That’s where division comes in. Dividing perennials is one of the easiest and most satisfying ways to rejuvenate […]
Quick Guide: Time to Direct Sow Outside!
By Elizabeth Spence Yes, it’s May and it’s time to start sowing seed outside! The dandelion tells us so! Did you see our article on the dandelion as a sowing indicator plant? It lets us know which vegetables you can sow now that the dandelion is in full flower! And you can check out our […]
Getting Your New Garden Beds Ready: Step-by-Step for Success
By Jennifer Langille Creating a healthy, productive garden starts from the ground up. Whether you’re dreaming of bursting flower beds, a lush cottage garden, or rows of homegrown vegetables, preparing your soil well is one of the most important things you can do. A well-prepared bed gives your plants the best start and sets the […]
Cotyledon: A Seed’s First Step Into the Light
By Jennifer Langille As gardeners, we spend these late winter days dreaming of seeds—sorting them, ordering new ones, and imagining the life they’ll bring. But before any green shoot breaks through the soil, there’s a quiet miracle at work: the cotyledon. You might have come across the term ‘cotyledon’ and wondered what it is, what […]
The Basics of Soil Blocking: A Game-Changer for Seed Starting
By Jennifer Langille When it comes to growing plants from seed, there are many methods and techniques to explore. One that has transformed my indoor seed starting process is soil blocking. It’s been a journey of trial, error, and success that has forever changed how I start seeds. Here’s a look at what soil blocking […]
Start Your Seeds in a Snail Roll!
By Elizabeth Spence This method of starting seeds has been around for about a year, and we have been asked to find out about it. One of our subscribers has tried it without much luck. We ourselves have not tried it, but let’s have a look to see what it’s all about. As the name […]
Jumpstarting the Growing Season: Your Essential Guide to Indoor Seed Starting
By Jennifer Langille This is seven-year-old me, gazing in excited wonder at a bean seedling about to be born. I remember planting this bean seed with my dad and watching that pot by the hour. For as long as I can remember, I have been awestruck at the sight of a seedling emerging from the […]
Winter Sowing: A Cozy and Fun Way to Garden in the Cold Months
By Jennifer Langille Have you ever felt that itch to start gardening in the middle of winter, even when everything outside is covered in snow? Winter sowing might just be the answer you’re looking for! It’s a simple, affordable, and rewarding way to jump-start your garden and get a little closer to spring—even when it […]
Six Easy Flowers to Grow from Seed
By Elizabeth Spence I suppose the easiest way to plant a flower bed is to buy the plants from a garden centre and pop them in the ground. But think what you’re missing if you don’t sow the seeds directly in the ground yourself: the joy and thrill of seeing those little shoots emerging from […]
Winter’s Beauty: Finding Joy and Inspiration in the Quiet Garden
by Jennifer Langille My garden began simply—a few clumps of orange daylilies by the driveway, bright against the green but humble in their beginnings. Over time, those first plants gave way to lush, sweeping beds that tell the story of years spent learning, experimenting, and growing. In many ways, the evolution of my garden reflects […]