Perennials for Shade

Perennials for Shade

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.
June 16, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Create a Home for Hummingbirds in Three Simple Steps

Create a Home for Hummingbirds in Three Simple Steps

When it comes to pollinators, there is nothing more fascinating than the hummingbird.  This tiny creature flits through spaces quickly and is gone in the blink of an eye.  Attracting these stunning species to your home may feel like a bit of a mystery. These little birds are seeking a specific environment which thankfully is simple to replicate.
June 09, 2022 — John Vanderwees
The Secret to Successful Shade Loving Gardens

The Secret to Successful Shade Loving Gardens

Shade gardens offer a place of refuge during those hot summer days. These spaces naturally attract plants in cooler tones (think blue, purple, and green) creating a space that is designed for relaxation. The secret to success is choosing the perennials, evergreens, and annuals that thrive in these lower-light spaces.
June 02, 2022 — John Vanderwees
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!
May 25, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Feed Your Plants

Feed Your Plants

Do you want to know the secret of healthy plants? It’s simple.  All plants need three things  to grow well: sunlight, water, and nutrients.  Each of these items work together to help your plants grow healthy and strong. 
May 19, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Container Gardening Simplified

Container Gardening Simplified

Container gardens are a great way to dress up a patio or doorway.  But it’s so much more than that.  These miniature gardens are an opportunity to experiment with gardening trends, explore new flowers, or simply showcase a few favourites.
May 12, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Garden Gallery’s Mother Days Gift Guide

Garden Gallery’s Mother Days Gift Guide

It’s time to celebrate Mom! Why not make this year a little extra special by discovering moments to surprise and delight her.  It is about filling the day with smiles, laughter, and love,  because  this day is all about Mom.
May 03, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Roses - Types & Pruning

Roses - Types & Pruning

Roses can put on a beautiful display in your garden, here is a guide to the different types as well as how to prune.
April 27, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Planting A Vegetable Garden

Planting A Vegetable Garden

Growing your own vegetables can be a fun and rewarding task!
April 21, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Home Grown: Cold Hardy Crops

Home Grown: Cold Hardy Crops

It’s time to get growing!  If you’re like us, that sunshine and warm spring weather make us a little antsy to get outdoors and begin planting.  Although it’s still too early for annuals and most vegetables, there are a few crops that prefer cooler temperatures.  For annuals, pansies continue to be a spring favourite.  However, if you are wanting an edible garden; there are a lot of options available. In fact, now is the perfect time to plant fruit trees, raspberry and blueberry bushes, and cold-hardy vegetables.
April 14, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Spring Bulbs

Spring Bulbs

Bulbs can be used in nearly any garden or patio setting, giving you flowers, fragrance and brilliant colour with just a little effort. You will be amazed at what will grow from these little brown bulbs. Bigger is better when choosing tubers, corms or rhizomes. Energy for the initial spurt of Spring growth is stored in the bulb or tuber, so a larger bulb means more stored energy and a stronger, healthier plant.
April 07, 2022 — John Vanderwees
Container Gardening Simplified

Container Gardening Simplified

Container gardens are a great way to dress up a patio or doorway.  But it’s so much more than that.  These miniature gardens are an opportunity to experiment with gardening trends, explore new flowers, or simply showcase a few favourites.
March 29, 2022 — John Vanderwees