Originating in Eastern Europe, Hügelkultur or "hill culture" in German, has taken the gardening world by storm with its innovative and eco-friendly approach. Instead of just gardening, think of it as creating a thriving hill of possibilities right in your backyard. Here we delve into the key benefits of Hügelkultur.
Orchids are one of the world’s largest plant families and have become highly sought after by indoor plant enthusiasts. Orchids have a lot going for them, they have medicinal properties, can be used as a soil amendment, and some are edible. Despite their popularity, it is a common misconception that orchids are only founds in tropical climates. There are in fact over 30 native orchid species in Northern Ontario alone. In this Blog post, we will explore three of our favourites.
Many folks forget that there are vegetable varieties you can sow in July and August and harvest in the fall. Many of our hardy, short season vegetables are ideal choices for late season gardening.
Every year early in July there is an abundance of male squash flowers in the garden. Zucchini blossoms are a very low calorie snack when eaten by themselves, and are a source of calcium, potassium and vitamins C & A. Check out our easy stuffed squash blossoms recipe below!
It's hard not to get excited for outdoor activities when the snow starts melting and the warmer temperatures arrive. Foraging is a great way to get out in the early season, get your hiking legs back, breathe in the fresh spring air and to gather some free calories from your local environment.
Do you love going on foraging adventures? Looking to try new types of foraging? Collecting pollen from the red pine tree is not the most common type of foraging but it's a unique way to add another level to a meal whether it be for meaning or appearance.
Looking for a way to preserve the goodness of rhubarb so you can enjoy the tarty deliciousness all year round? Here is a great and easy to follow recipe that'll have you preserving every last stalk you can get your hands on!