If the world of gardening has rock stars, Piet Oudolf qualifies as Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Prince rolled into one. The Dutch landscape designer—whose work is instantly recognizable for its dreamy romanticism and oft-copied for its emphasis on … [Read more...]
2019 Herb of the Year: Anise Hyssop
Although we are enjoying Hops, which is (was) Herb of the Year 2018, we are gearing up for Agastache, Herb of the Year for 2019. Agastache includes other herbs besides anise hyssop (some even mint scented), however I am concentrating on the … [Read more...]
Meet the 2019 Annual of the Year
Meet one of the most touchable, versatile and easy plants you'll ever grow - Lemon Coral® Sedum. Whether you're planning your container recipes or redoing a garden bed, you'll find a use for this fabulous succulent. Let's take a closer look. More... … [Read more...]
The NASA Guide To Air-filtering Houseplants
It won't surprise you to hear that the majority of people spend the bulk of their time indoors, whether it's at home or working in an office environment. As such, it's important to ensure that the air quality is of a high standard, something that … [Read more...]
April 27: Plant Sale by Bedford Master Gardeners
Can't wait to get your garden growing? Me neither! Join us- Mark your calendar for BAMGA's Annual Plant Sale on Saturday from 9am-1pm, April 27th. Rain or shine! Another fantastic year of sharing our favorite plants, grown with TLC. Bring your … [Read more...]
Growing Currants
Gorgeous Indoor Plants that LOVE the Dark
Do you want to brighten up a dark corner of your home or add a little life to the basement? There are a number of beautiful indoor plants that do well in low light situations. Many are also low maintenance and thrive on … [Read more...]
Hellebores – what to know and which to grow
Hellebores are the jewels of the garden come winter and early spring, and come in myriad petal forms and colours. "What Herbaceous perennials with nodding, bell-shaped flowers and glossy, semi-evergreen foliage. Single, double and semi-double … [Read more...]
Grow a Healing Herbal Tea Garden
An herbal tea garden moves beyond rosemary, sage, and thyme, to a whole host of sweet and flavorful—and deliciously decorative—plants that can be harvested for tea. https://gardentherapy.ca/herbal-tea-garden/ Source: … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Beginning Gardeners
10 Tips for Beginner Gardeners Plan your garden like a pro and grow veggies your family actually likes to eat! Here are 10 garden planning tips to consider before you “dig” in! Source: The Old Farmers Almanac … [Read more...]