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Every season brings a different set of chores in the garden. Spring is an exciting time for gardeners as preparations are made for the bounty and beauty of the garden as it awakes from winter hibernation. It can also, however, … Continue reading →

There is no better way to feed your gardening passion than to share it with people who are also passionate about gardening. Follow the link below to find a gardening club in your area and start socializing with fellow gardeners. … Continue reading →

February may well be the toughest gardening month. Thank goodness it’s short.ֲ  Spring may be just around the corner but I always worry about the last cold snap.ֲ  I feel that February can often be the coldest month.ֲ  Here are … Continue reading →

January is a good month for a road trip. I was just in Montreal and I found winter gardening heaven.ֲ  The Montrֳ©al Botanical Garden, the second largest horticultural garden in the world, is just a short hop over the border … Continue reading →

Snow is a mixed blessing in the garden. Fluffy and light, freshly fallen snow is an excellent insulator. Its millions of tiny air pockets hold warmth in the soil around snow-covered plants. When frigid weather comes after a heavy snowfall, … Continue reading →

Brown leaf edges develop on some potted tropical plants when grown indoors. To keep these plants looking their best, use sharp scissors and trim away dried portions of leaves, following the natural shape of the leaves. I like to trim … Continue reading →

Previously I wrote about growing vegetables indoors in the winter. Here are a few ideas for the gourmet readers who want to add some tasty veggies to their recipes. Instead of buying a seed packet combination at a premium price, … Continue reading →

If you have some time this winter, paint the handles of garden tools red or orange. This will preserve the wood and make the tools easier to locate next summer when you lay them down in the garden or on … Continue reading →

Just because it is wintertime doesn’t mean that the gardening has to stop. One of the best indoor plants is the fern. Here are the three best indoor ferns and their characteristics. Most ferns will thrive indoors because they do … Continue reading →