gardens4everybody

We discuss how to manage pests without pesticides. There's actually a lot you can do.

Preparing garden tools for the new season sounds a bit tedious, but it is important if you want them to work well. They don't need a lot of care but some basic tips will help them last longer and work better.

There are many views on what to do with the dead plant stalks and stems. Each gardener can decide for themselves but we discuss the benefits of leaving them one of which is its a lot less work.

How to care for the lawn in Spring. We break down the simple steps to look after your Spring lawn so it thrives through the year.

we discuss the pros and cons of whether to "No Mow" in the Spring. This movement to not Mow in May and sometimes in June started in the UK for various reasons that may not apply to the Canadian gardener.

We discuss what to do with the fall leaves that are on the lawn or garden beds. Hint once again we opt for the easy way out.

Attracting pollinators helps our plants be productive. Its also a lot of fun to observe insects and small animals. A great way to enjoy insects is to learn more about them. Try using the free App inaturalist . You can take a photo of any creature and get responses regarding identification from enthusiasts and experts. By using inaturalist we also help researchers as they can see the prevalence of creatures in different areas. Sometimes it leads to the discovery of new insects. It also helps track the movement of invasives.

We discuss the types of composting done by the City, a large community garden and in the backyard. There are many benefits to using compost so learning how to get free black gold is a neat trick.

Here we discuss how the climate we live in affects how we plant, but also we talk about the micro climate conditions that exist in our gardens and are important to be aware of so that we give each plant the best conditions for success, Tip that makes life easier in the long run. We also explain zones and how the plant label helps us check what will thrive in our own climate conditions.

Whether you started plants from seed or bought from the store , its time to plant outside. We focus on peppers , eggplant and tomatoes because we love them , but a lot of the principals apply to all plants.