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Looking to grow a cutting garden with flowers that bring something special to the vase? Discover three of our favourite flowers for bouquets—from the delicate texture of Pearly Everlasting to...

Before the first frost arrives, save those last cherry tomatoes! Dehydrating turns the garden’s final harvest into sweet, chewy little bites that are delicious in meals—and make a surprisingly good...

A simpler approach to growing native perennials from seed using winter sowing, plug trays and a little patience. Article by guest author Beccalynne Jordan

Looking for a native alternative to a traditional grass lawn? While there is no native plant that truly replaces a turf lawn, there are plenty of ways to reduce your...

Bee conservation awareness campaigns are often framed around saving bees for the sake of our food systems, and pollination is undeniably important. But native bees are also wildlife in their...

Prairie Dropseed has a reputation for being difficult to germinate indoors, but success often comes down to recreating the dry, well-drained conditions this native grass evolved in. Learn simple adjustments...

A brief but magical season is unfolding on the forest floor. Spring ephemerals are delicate native wildflowers that emerge early in the season, bloom quickly, and disappear again before summer’s...

If you are cold stratifying native wildflower seeds in your fridge, vermiculite is the medium we recommend because it provides a rare balance of consistent moisture, airflow, and sterility. Learn...

Learn the essentials of direct sowing, planting seeds straight into the soil, so your vegetables and greens can thrive from the very beginning. We cover everything from soil preparation and...

A vibrant wildflower meadow doesn’t happen by chance. It starts with thoughtful preparation. Native wildflower seeds are resilient, but they still need the right conditions to germinate and establish. By...

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...