Perennials for Shade

Perennials for Shade

The most common problem with shade in the garden is finding plants that thrive in the shade! In a new home, in a new subdivision, where can you grow lush leafy ferns, Astilbes and Hosta? There are so many plants that actually LIKE SHADE! If you can create a garden in the shaded north side of your home, then you can enjoy a broad range of plants that thrive in shade. Follow these tips and you'll be enjoying beautiful gardens this summer and for many more to come!

June 14, 2023
Pruning Shrubs & Evergreens

Pruning Shrubs & Evergreens

Pruning is an essential part of gardening. Correctly pruned trees, shrubs and evergreens will be superior in appearance, vigour and in flowering to neglected plants.
May 29, 2023
Tags: Pruning
Backyard Wow

Backyard Wow

Do you love your outdoor space? We spend a lot of time making our lawns and gardens exactly the way that we want them. However, when all that hard work is done, you need a space to sit back and enjoy it. We eat, lounge, socialize and even work in these spaces, but the design is often left as an afterthought. It’s time to rethink the patio and discover how a few accessories can transform your space into an extension of your home! Let us show you how!
May 24, 2023
Planting Instructions

Planting Instructions

Not sure how to plant your new trees, shrubs, perennials or annuals. Read our tips on planting and watering.
May 15, 2023
Tags: Gardening
Colour Spring to Fall - 6 Basic Perennials

Colour Spring to Fall - 6 Basic Perennials

These six essential perennials are plants of size and substance. They will be the backbone of your perennial garden. With the wide choice of cultivars available in each of these six basic plants, any colour scheme is possible.
April 21, 2023
What is a Swim Spa?

What is a Swim Spa?

If you have been browsing hot tubs and pools online, you may have come across a model that looks like a mix between the two. Dealers often get asked ‘What is a hot tub swimming pool? The proper name for this type of unit is actually a swim spa. These spas are kind of like a mix between a traditional swimming pool and hot tub but have some really unique advantages, making them a fabulous investment. Keep reading below to learn more about what swimspas are and find out if they may be the perfect choice for your home and lifestyle.
March 24, 2023
Tags: hot tubs
Ready for Seed Starting?

Ready for Seed Starting?

Starting seeds indoors is a great (and inexpensive) way to fill your garden. It gives you a great opportunity to try new and different varieties of plants, as well as experiment with planting times.
February 28, 2023
Create the Perfect Outdoor Room

Create the Perfect Outdoor Room

Outdoor rooms are one of today's most desirable design trends and an ideal way to enhance your hot tub experience. By creating a personalized outdoor oasis with your hot tub at the center, you'll have more space for relaxation, entertainment, barbecues, and family time. 
February 13, 2023
Tags: hot tubs
Getting Amaryllis to Re-Bloom

Getting Amaryllis to Re-Bloom

It’s not hard to get your amaryllis bulb to bloom a second time. But you do need to be prepared to wait almost a full year for more flowers. During that time, you'll be helping the bulb build up enough energy to bloom again. Here’s how you can do it 
January 31, 2023
Easy Bird Feeder Craft for Kids

Easy Bird Feeder Craft for Kids

A fun and quick feeder to make using only these few things - a fun activity for kids. Read on for step by step directions!

  • Empty toilet paper rolls
  • Peanut butter or shortening
  • Popsicle stick to apply the peanut butter or shortening
  • Pipe cleaners
  • Bird seed
  • Empty pan
  • Handheld hole punch
                              
January 17, 2023
Tags: birding DIY
Inviting Birds To Your Garden

Inviting Birds To Your Garden

All trees and shrubs will provide something of value to birds nesting sites, insect food, shelter from weather and predators. There are, without doubt, birds in your garden now. If you wish to encourage more birds and more varieties of birds around your home, you can do so by providing a variety of trees and shrubs, particularly those that provide food in the form of fruit, berries, nuts or seeds. Follow these tips and you will be enjoying the birds all year round!

January 17, 2023
The Beauty and Care of The Hoya

The Beauty and Care of The Hoya

You’d be forgiven for overlooking hoyas at first glance. Their beauty can be a bit understated especially if they aren’t blooming. But once these beauties do catch your eye, watch out – they can easily become an addiction 💚
January 12, 2023