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You don’t need a backyard to support pollinators. Learn how to grow a thriving balcony pollinator garden using native wildflowers that do well in containers. This guide highlights container-friendly native...

Shady areas can often feel like a challenge to plant, but they don’t have to be. This garden design is crafted for those shady spots with lots of woodland plants...

This quick, 7 day stratification technique using your fridge and freezer is a good option if you are getting a start on stratification later in the season, but germination rates...

Winter sowing is one of the easiest ways to grow native wildflowers that need cold stratification. By letting seeds experience natural winter conditions, you’ll get stronger seedlings, better germination, and...

Learn the nuance behind companion planting myths, and discover how biodiversity and timing support healthier gardens than adhering to rules from a simplified planting chart. 

Discover how Northern Wildflowers partners with Canadian farmers to produce native grass seed for large-scale restoration, reclamation, and ecological projects.

Perennial gardens are the gift that keeps on giving. Unlike annuals, which need to be replanted each year, perennials return season after season. With cottage gardens and potager gardens becoming...

Skip the digging! The no-dig lasagna gardening method lets you build a thriving garden right over your lawn using layers of cardboard, compost, and organic materials. This easy, low-labor approach...

Preserve your favourite fall leaves with two simple, eco-friendly methods. Add a touch of nature to your home with this quick, sustainable craft idea.

Planting wildflowers in fall is the easiest way to get earlier blooms, stronger plants, and skip the hassle of seed stratification. Learn when, where, and how to sow seeds this...

There’s something special about making your morning latte at home — not only do you save money, but you also get to experiment with flavours you’ll never find in a...

Looking for a creative, eco-friendly way to support pollinators and beautify your community? Try making wildflower seed bombs! The perfect activity for families or community events.