
5 Amazing Grasses for the Garden
Ornamental grasses are an easy way to add texture and movement to the garden. They come in many forms, from tall and stately to short and tufted, making them very versatile for any kind of landscape design. Ornamental grasses require little maintenance, and many provide year-round interest with their changing foliage colours and textures. By combining grass into your garden,

8 Stunning Plants for a Patriotic Canadian Garden
Astilbe Astilbe enhances our shady spaces and woodland gardens. When grown in rich moist soils, these plants benefit from dappled light and can tolerate the morning sun. Astilbe only ask that you water them regularly and if you do, you’ll discover how easy they are to maintain. Long-lasting plumes consist of hundreds of tiny flowers which attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The

9 Useful Tips for Your Summer Garden
Summer is a great time to get out into the garden and tackle those essential tasks that keep your outdoor space looking its best. After the bulbs are planted and the seeds are sown, continual attention can help make sure it looks its best all summer long. Here are some tips for tackling summer gardening tasks. Clean Up the Patio A job

How to Design the Perfect Garden Patio
Have you moved into a new space with a balcony and have no idea what to do with it? I found myself in just this situation this spring and it was time to do something about it. That is why I took the time out to create the perfect garden balcony. Filling my balcony plants, herbs, and décor that made

Fertilizing Your Garden: The Basics You Need to Know
Plants need the right amounts of nutrients to thrive, grow and produce. Sometimes, the soil needs a little extra help to provide plants with all the nutrients they are craving. Fertilizers, although helpful, are not a must-have for the garden, think of them as vitamins for your plants. When you are looking for a boost in production, or to give

How to Plant, Grow & Care for Gladiolus
Are you looking to add a splash of colour to your garden? Try Gladiolus! There is just something about gladiolus flowers that brings me back to my first summers of gardening. Maybe it’s the spikes of flat 2D foliage that suddenly burst into 3D colourful blooms. Or maybe it is how the blooms unfurl over weeks in the late summer

How to Plant, Grow and Harvest Potatoes
An easy-to-grow and highly versatile vegetable, potatoes are a favourite for gardeners. Growing potatoes is easy, and there are many different varieties to choose from. From early to late season harvests, there is a wide range of different potato varieties. A great feature of this favoured root vegetable is that they can be stored for months in a cold, dark

12 Hardy Shrubs You Need in Your Garden
Hardy garden shrubs provide texture, colour, and structure to an outdoor space. They are easy to care for, will last for many seasons, and require minimal maintenance. Shrub varieties come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, allowing you to create a unique landscape design. Manicured garden shrubs create a natural backdrop to your spring blooms, summer flowers, and

6 Stunning Roses for the Garden!
When it comes to creating a beautiful rose garden, it can be hard to decide which types of roses to add. From hybrid tea roses to rose shrubs and climbing roses, there are many to choose from. Check out our list of 6 must-have roses to add to your garden, including David Austin roses, Star Roses and Weeks roses! With

The Best Spring Bucket List for Gardeners!
Spring is such an amazing time of year! Flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and everyone is excited for longer days and time enjoyed outdoors. Make the most of the season and create a spring bucket list so you can take advantage of the warm weather and make memories that will last! Check out Florissa's springtime bucket list below! Visit