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Turning gardening into a fun game for children is a great way to engage them in nature while also teaching them valuable skills. Here are a few creative gardening games that can make the experience more enjoyable: Garden Scavenger Hunt...

As the winter months settle in, the days grow shorter, the temperature drops, and the sunlight becomes a rare commodity. For many, this can lead to a dip in mood, lower energy levels, and even seasonal affective disorder (SAD). However,...

If you have a very sunny patio or balcony, it can be hard to find plants that can survive the heat. Luckily, there are some plants that not only can handle a lot of hot sun, they thrive in it....

Choose these leafy greens for containers and follow our simple growing tips for the best crop.

Why not try planting a scented garden this year? There are our favourite fragrant plants.

If you’ve just decided to start composting, you may not be completely sure what the best way to use your compost is. Different types of gardens have different nutrient requirements. Here’s a quick guide to using compost in the most effective way for your garden.

Gardening helps save the environment by protecting soil & wildlife and reducing Co2.

If you are thinking about composting but aren’t sure, read on to learn why composting is a smart, simple solution for gardening and reducing waste. See All Composters Benefits of Using a Composter Enriched Soil for Planting Using a composter...

Want to grow an edible container on your patio? There are lots of fruits and vegetables that thrive in small containers. Here are our favourite edible plants that are easy to grow in containers.

Are you a black-thumb gardener? Do you seem to kill every houseplant you bring home, no matter what? Don’t worry, you don’t have to give up on plant ownership altogether! Anyone can enjoy the benefits with these simple tips–yes, even...

Plant the perfect vertical garden with these simple tips.

We all know houseplants can make a home feel more welcoming and aesthetically pleasing, but did you know they can actually make it healthier, too?  Many people do not realize that indoor air quality is often very poor. In fact,...

There’s nothing like a houseplant to brighten up those dark, lifeless areas of your home, but which houseplants will actually survive in those spots? These 5 houseplants are easy to care for and thrive in low-light locations. Snake Plant Snake...

Fall is here and winter isn’t far behind! Here’s what to do with your self-watering planters to ensure they are in tip-top condition for next growing season. Move it Inside, if You Can If you have a plant growing in...

These easy-care, hardy succulents thrive in containers and can be grown indoors or outdoors. Succulents to Choose Aeonium Aeonium, also called Houseleek, are large rosette-shaped succulents with a visually striking red color. They produce white flowers in late winter and...

Bees are essential to the environment. Plants need to be pollinated in order to reproduce, and most plants that we grow for food require bees to pollinate them in order to grow. However, in recent years bee populations have been...

Fill the Self-Watering Planter with Potting Soil Healthy plants begin with nutritious soil. Begin by choosing good quality, nutrient-rich potting mix and fill your self-watering planter up with it. Add your plants, keeping in mind how they will want to...

Have you ever noticed that having plants around makes you feel better? It’s true, keeping plants in your home, patio, or yard is actually a powerful way to improve your mental health and overall personal well-being. Here are the top...

Growing Your Own Herbal Tea Garden Herbal tea is calming, restorative, has plenty of health benefits, and can be a great way to start your day or a beneficial addition to your nighttime routine. You can easily grow your own...