The name “geranium” is often given to two members of the geranium family (Geraniaceae). However, the name really belongs to only one of them – the hardy perennial geranium, also known as a cranesbill (Geranium). The other geranium is a…
Originating in the tropics, begonias (family Begoniaceae) are among the largest and most diversified genus of indoor plants, with over one thousand species and thousands of hybrids varying from miniature terrarium-sized plants to giants over six feet in height.
Begonias…
Garlic is not only easy to grow, but also available in several varieties, which can be nurtured, then sampled like fine wine! In Ontario, garlic is typically planted in the fall and harvested the following summer. Spring planting is possible…
Hey there! I am gardening a container based rooftop vegetable garden in downtown Toronto. It is not protected from the wind which caused some problems last year –big storms did a lot of damage to the exposed plants. There is…
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I would like to add some plants to my balcony (87 sqf; ~13ft by 6.7ft), with the objective of adding privacy (building nearby) and adding some green! See floor plan attached.
I live in the 11th…
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I live in Toronto, zone 7a. When turning the soil in our home made square foot container box last week, I found something that appears to be white mould in large quantities. I have been gardening for many years,…
Recently, a food and wine pairing prompted me think that I need more spice in my life.
Tasting a leek or chive stalk, remaining in the garden after I was going to mulch it over, made me reconsider vegetable gardening,…
Most of the earth’s ecosystems, including much of our food supply, are dependent on pollinators.
Embedded in the ground as they are, most flowering plants need help to reproduce. Over 80 percent of flowering plants need pollinators such as birds,…
Looking for a way to extend the all too short gardening season? Coldframes help us maximize the microclimates in the garden and are an attempt to gain control over the climate. These unheated structures primarily advance or extend the season…
