As the warmth of summer gradually gives way to the crisp air of autumn, the gardening season can continue with a twist – fall vegetable gardening. The changing temperatures and shifting sunlight offer a unique opportunity to cultivate a bounty of flavorful and nutrient-rich vegetables. The fall garden has something for every palate, from vibrant leafy greens to hearty root vegetables and even the trusty cabbage.
Caring for your outdoor living furniture is essential to ensuring a long-lasting outdoor oasis. From aluminum frames to resin wicker and cushions, keep your outdoor furniture looking beautiful and inviting by keeping it in pristine condition.
Fresh-cut flowers bring beauty and freshness to any space. Whether you have sunflowers, dahlias, zinnias, hydrangeas, peonies, or roses, the desire to keep them fresh and vibrant for as long as possible is universal. In this blog post, we’ll share expert Sheridan tips on extending the lifespan of your cut flowers, allowing you to enjoy their beauty for an extended period.
As environmental leaders within the industry, we’re passionate about helping you create a sustainable and thriving garden. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the world of beneficial plants – those that may not be native but play a vital role in supporting the garden ecosystem and offer a healthy planting alternative. These plants contribute to the overall health of your garden, promoting biodiversity, attracting pollinators, nourishing the soil, and fostering a sustainable, eco-friendly environment.
Sheridan Nurseries is the industry leader in boxwood cultivation with over 70 acres devoted to growing this exceptional broadleaf evergreen on our farm in Halton Hills, Ontario. Boxwoods are very hardy shrubs that thrive well in our climate but can be susceptible to common Boxwood shrub pests. It is good practice to regularly inspect your boxwood plants from May to September to ensure they are not showing signs of unwanted visitors.
FOUR COMMON BOXWOOD PESTS INCLUDE
Tropical container gardening has become increasingly popular because it is well-suited for small spaces and brightens up every patio. Whether looking for a foliage filler or a flowering plant with exotic blooms, tropical plants are the perfect companion for your summer garden.
Placing a few tropical plants into your garden beds and container designs can transform your traditional planters into a tropical jungle filled with unique foliage textures and lavish, bright florals.
Growing your own vegetables, herbs, and fruit is always tremendously satisfying and can provide so many meal options from grilled veggies, salads, relishes, pesto’s, and refreshing summertime drinks!
Here are some summer-inspired recipe garden suggestions to consider when selecting your vegetables for the season, and to help make the most of your summertime harvest.
Clematis are deciduous vines that are ideal for patios and small spaces as they provide an excellent vertical plant solution. Clematis is a well-loved garden classic that is available in various colours and has blooms that vary from tubular, star-like, flat open discs, or nodding bells.
Clematis are easy to grow and, given the proper support, will climb by twining slender stems (petioles) around trellises, walls, fences, pergolas, arbours, obelisks, or poles. They can also be trained to grow on trees, conifers, shrubs, or with climbing roses. Their flowers will attract butterflies and bees and are well loved by pollinators.
Garlic is a popular food ingredient that – for thousands of years – has been used globally to season food. It is considered a vegetable, and as a member of the Alliaceae family, is closely related to onions, leeks, and shallots.
In our cold climate, garlic is best planted in the fall and harvested the following summer. Garlic is an easy, rewarding crop to grow as long as you plant it at the right time with loose, well-draining soil, and provide it with adequate moisture when first planted to establish the roots.
Getting outside and learning how to plant and care for fresh, nutrient-dense vegetables, herbs, and fruits is a healthy and rewarding experience that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Growing your own will save you money on your grocery bill, support our pollinators, and is environmentally friendly as it reduces our carbon footprint by eliminating packaging and transportation.
Small space? No problem! Veggies can be grown in containers too.