wretched squirrels destroying tulips*

I learned to plant my tulips deep to deter the squirrels They come up vigorously each spring. As soon as the flower is completely open the damned squirrels break the tops off, leave them lying around, they don’t even eat…

Where to Purchase Organic Ginger and Tumeric*

I have searched high and low. Do you know where I can buy turmeric rhizomes to grow in containers. I am in Toronto? What about organic ginger (I am afraid of trying to plant the imported supermarket variety).…

Canna Lily Bulbs*

I live with south exposure on Lake Ontario in Bath. I took my Canna Lily bulbs out last fall. When can I plant them in my outdoor planters.…

Saffron bulbs*

Hello Sir/Madam I am looking to buy some saffron bulbs (spice) I live in Ajax, Where and how can i get them. Thanks.…

protection of spring bulbs from polar vortex*

With the arrival of the polar vortex later this week, I wondered if I should cover young iris and daffodil shoots,some of which have recently bloomed. We live in the Scarborough Bluffs, and I thought to use some downed spruce…

Gladiolus Garden*

Hey, Toronto gardener here, aiming for an easy perennial garden that comes back year after year.  Gladiolus is a prime choice for me (low maintenance and beautiful, and I’m in a zone 5-6 area (Scarborough). As I am frequently out…