Accepting Landscapes Imperfections Feeding our Monarch Butterflies, Luna Moth & Leaf Cutter Bees In the intricate tapestry of our planet’s biodiversity, every species plays a vital role. Monarch butterflies, Luna moths, and leaf cutter bees are among the many fascinating creatures that contribute to the delicate balance of our ecosystems. Unfortunately, these species are facing significant challenges to their survival. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of these remarkable creatures and discuss practical ways to conserve and protect them. Monarch Butterflies: Monarch butte ..read more

Spring clean-up is an annual event. (Not February or March) In April the daytime temperatures are getting better but don’t forget the nighttime temperatures. Mid April is a wonderful time for gardeners to start preparing their outdoor spaces for the warmer months ahead. However, it’s important to approach spring garden cleanup with responsibility and consideration for the environment. We now know to resist the urge to clean up the garden until temperatures are consistently above 10°C or 50°F. Many butterflies, pollinators and other beneficial insects overwinter in the dead leaves and hollowed ..read more

LIGHT When succulents are indoors it’s often hard for them to get enough sunlight. They generally need about 6 hours of bright, INDIRECT sunlight each day. You will want to place your succulents near a window that gets light all day. If this isn’t an option, place your succulents near the brightest window or brightest area of your home or office. You’ll want to keep your plants as close to the window as you can. In rare cases a succulent can actually get sunburned if the light from the window gets too hot. This tends to happen most with south facing windows in the summer.   WATERING So ..read more

Join Our 2020 Team of Gardeners and Team Leads We are not a one gender based company. All are welcome to garden with us. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE TEAM Great as a side hustle, for students, for parents, Retirees or second part time job. The hourly rate is excellent, week by week flexible scheduling, you choose your days! 5 hour days example working hours are  9:30-2:30pm, 9am -2pm, 8:30-1:30Monday to Friday, The working season April – December depending on weather! We are seeking Gardeners to join our Team and perform routine garden maintenance services on customer properties as per the cu ..read more

Nobody likes a nag but as a Massage Therapist I bug clients on this one topic: Stretching. Stretching preps the body for physical activity. It improves muscle and joint flexibility, increases blood flow through the muscles, prevents injury, improves posture by lengthening tight muscles and optimizes physical performance. I truly care for people and want to see my clients feeling great and prospering but I also know that this one simple tip will move you from feeling blah to brilliant. I, too, am an avid gardener and oftentimes we are bending our backs the wrong way, crunching our necks and lug ..read more

What should I do with my amaryllis after it is done blooming? Answer:  For Ontario Some discard their amaryllis after it is done blooming.  However, it’s possible to save the amaryllis and force it to flower again next year. Proper practice must be followed to successfully grow and reflower your amaryllis bulbs.  After the flowers fade, cut off the flower stalk with a sharp knife.  Make the cut 1 to 2 inches above the bulb.  Don’t damage the foliage.  In order for the bulb to bloom again next season, the plant must replenish its depleted food reserves.  The l ..read more

By Proven Winners How to Identify Hydrangeas in Winter The garden is humming with somber beauty right now. We were hungry for a little garden joy and figured you are too, so we took photos of the details to share with you. With those photos, we also put together some tips on how to identify the most common hydrangeas in the winter. If you already know which ones you have, scroll to the bottom to see what we made with their dried flowers. Panicle Hydrangeas – Hydrangea paniculata The dried flowers are cone-shaped (sometimes lacecaps). The overall shape is rounded, with plenty of branching. The ..read more

Wear Gloves Garden gloves will help protect you from blisters, fertilizers, pesticides, bacteria, fungi and sharp tools. Warm Up Just like an athlete does before a game, you should warm up before digging in the garden. Walk around your garden for a few minutes and do some pre-gardening stretches. Avoid Repetitive Motions Prolonged and repetitive motions, such as digging, raking, trimming, pruning and planting, might irritate your skin, tendons or nerves. To avoid this, switch up your tasks every 15 minutes and take between-task breaks. Banish Bending Kneeling instead of bending will put less ..read more

Using fresh ingredients is always best, especially those you’ve proudly cultivated yourself. Creating your own DIY herb gardens is a great way to liven up your cooking, impress friends and family, and keep your recipes unique and healthy. Herbs are not only perfect for cooking but also as deodorizers, insect repellants, natural antibiotics and even pollinators for bees. They contain plenty of health properties and vitamins. I personally think Basil is the most popular herb grown and used. There are lots of different varieties and flavours available, and it can be used in lots of different reci ..read more

Finally, winter is one foot out of the door and springtime is right around the corner. Of course, we all enjoy Christmas time and the snow, but at some point, you start craving the sun and spending time outside. Nice weather means that it is time to embrace your favorite outside hobbies. So, naturally, it is time for spring gardening! However, before you start, there are a few things that you must do to prepare if you want to have a successful gardening season. How to prep your soil and garden for spring gardening? Choosing the right plants is important if you want to have a showstopper garde ..read more