Category: SUMMER

Creating Mosquito-Repellent Spaces

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date May 17, 2024

As the warm weather arrives and outdoor activities beckon, pesky mosquitoes can quickly damper our enjoyment of the great outdoors. However, with strategic planning and the right plants, you can create mosquito-repellent spaces that allow you to relax and unwind without the constant buzzing and biting. In this guide, we’ll explore practical strategies for repelling mosquitoes and introduce you to a selection of plants that naturally deter these bothersome insects, helping you easily reclaim your outdoor spaces.

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Preserving the Harvest

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date September 14, 2023

As cooler days arrive, there’s no better time to harvest and preserve your edible garden. From vibrant tomatoes to flavorful herbs and all produce in-between, preserving and using your harvest year around is one of the best rewards for seasons of work.

Find step by step guides below for harvesting and preserving your harvest:

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Keeping Cut Flowers Fresh

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date July 14, 2023

Assorted Fresh Cut Flowers in three vases.

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.

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Exploring the Power of Beneficial Plants

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date July 6, 2023

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.

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INDOOR SEED STARTING

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date March 20, 2022
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The days are getting warmer, and Spring is finally here! Get a head start on the growing season by starting some of your favourite flowers, fruits, and vegetables indoors from seed. The risk of frost will have passed in no time at all, and you’ll have strong and healthy seedlings ready to transplant once the regular growing season begins.

Tomatoes are by far the most popular choice that Canadians grow in their home “vegetable” gardens, but there are so many other easy options that you may want to explore.

Here are some helpful hints on how you can start sowing the seeds of your summer garden right now.

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YEAR OF THE GLADIOLUS

Post author By Victoria Mulvale
Post date March 10, 2022

The gladiolus, also known as “glads”, is a beautiful symbol of summer’s arrival. These impressive flowers look stunning in the garden or as an elegant arrangement in a vase.

Easy to grow, gladiolus are ideal for novice gardeners. The corms are planted in the spring and within a few weeks, their orchid-like blooms will quickly fill your garden with colour.

The gladiolus originated in Africa and Eurasia, finding its way to North America in the mid-1900s. Their impressive size prompted experts to deem them the Latin term Gladius or “sword”, leading to their appropriate nickname, the sword lily.

Standing on stems that can reach upwards of five feet, gladiolus come in a variety of striking colours, with each flower adorned with smaller blooms. These blooms reach a width of about 3 to five inches across.

Here are some helpful hints on how you can grow delightful gladiolus in your garden.

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Hydrangea Pruning Tips

Post author By Munish
Post date July 29, 2020

We made it easy to learn hydrangea pruning tips. Proper pruning of hydrangeas will impact the showy display of blooms. Some types don’t need pruning and others benefit from it.

Have you ever pruned hydrangeas in spring and noticed you had a lack of flowers in summer? Chances are, you did not prune your hydrangea at the right time.

Once you identify the type of hydrangea in your garden, you all know if they bloom or new wood. Depending on when how they bloom, will help decide when to prune correctly.

We put together some quick points to help you take care of hydrangeas.

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11 Flowering Perennials for your Garden

Post author By Munish
Post date May 1, 2020
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Perennials are the foundation of great garden design. They bring a vibrant display of colours, contrast, and texture your space. By mixing foliage plants with flowering plants, you’ll have an eye-catching garden from spring to fall.

While annuals add quick colour for the season, they only last one year. On the other hand, perennials return year after year, helping you make the most of your gardening budget.

Pollinators rely on nectar-rich foods; you can help them by planting flowering perennials in your outdoor space. Bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects will appreciate visiting your garden if you grow a blend of fragrances, colours, and heights for them to enjoy.

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Summer Flowering Shrubs

Once spring trees, shrubs, and perennials have leafed out and filled your beds with colour, it’s time to find late-blooming plants. We put together the best summer flowering shrubs for every garden style.

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The Best Annuals for Shade

Post author By Munish
Post date June 13, 2019
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The perfect for companions for areas that have dappled shade or morning sunlight. Gardening in the shade can be challenging, but with these top picks, you all have a show-stopping display.

To get the most out of your annuals for shade, add our water-soluble Parkwood® Flower Plant Food 15-30-15 fertilizer every two weeks. It’s high in phosphorus so your plants will grow strong roots and vibrant blooms. Remember to water at the base of the plant when necessary!

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