Many plants that northern gardeners grow as annuals are, in fact, tender perennials. That list includes vegetables such as peppers and artichokes, and flowers like snapdragons and impatiens, fruits like figs, and favourite herbs such … Read more
You’ve moved into a newly-constructed home, only to find that your property is covered in builder’s rubble. Obviously, turning that raw earth into a healthy, thriving lawn is going to be among your first priorities, … Read more
It can be challenging to figure out how to incorporate your fence line into your overall landscape design. Many homeowners give up and simply install a wooden or metal fence and concentrate on other elements … Read more
You may have heard of using neem oil in your vegetable garden as an organic, safe pesticide that won’t harm birds or beneficial insects, if applied properly. But what about fruit trees? In this guide, … Read more
Even if you’re a cat lover, there’s one place you don’t want to see your furry friend, and that’s in your garden! Unfortunately, as you may have noticed, cats love to dig in garden mulch. … Read more
Neem oil is a safe, organic alternative to using traditional pesticides in controlling harmful insect infestations, and to combat fungal diseases in most plants, including flowering plants. Made from the neem tree, the active ingredient, … Read more
A common practice for homeowners is the addition of tree ring landscaping to their yards. Whether it be a perfect circle of mulch contained by metal or plastic edging, a store-bought mulch mat, or a … Read more
Having outdoor storage is the best way to utilize your outdoor space, but weather conditions, pests, and UV rays, can cause some issues when it comes to outdoor cushion storage. You need to make sure … Read more
Whether you’ve got a tiny urban balcony or a sprawling country property, planters are a great way to add lots of growing things to your landscape! There’s a planter for every style, in sizes from … Read more
You’ve gone to the hard work of aerating your lawn. Now, you wonder how long you should wait before walking on it again. Maybe you have kids itching to play or a dog needing some … Read more