Hello,
I would appreciate some advice on how to over winter some perennials I am growing from seed this year. The 2 that I am most concerned about is a Gaura called “Sparkle white” and a Salvia called “Victoria”. They…
Is it safe to plant impatiens this year? I see they are back in the garden centres.…
Hi, I would like some flowering plants to fill my front yard, however I have a huge spruce tree that blocks the sunlight and also their needle like stuff fills the front lawn. I have tried flox flowers, however I…
I’m looking for an annual for Toronto, partial shade and moist heavy soil, with ample, strongly coloured blooms in a low, mound shape. The planting area is at eye level. We tried single begonias this year, but a lower, round…
The zinnias I planted from seeds are growing beautifully and are being eaten by I don’t know what.
is there a remedy?
Thanks…
Hello,
I can’t seem to find the Zinnia tall varieties anywhere in Toronto. Is there still time to plant them from seed (if I don’t find any plants)…If you happen to know a place who sells the tall varieties, I…
Is Nicotiana safe for pollinators?
Everyone seems to be asking the question on line because of the danger of neonicotinoids but no one seems to have the answer.
Also – I have recently heard that many annuals are treated with…
Small Downtown backyard. Want to fill with limestone and gravel, so that paving stones are placed, and have potted plants. Would like to know who can take soil. Have tried the bin or bag method, however lane way cannot be…
Hi there, I know you don’t recommend nurseries but do you know if there are any nurseries in Toronto that sell annuals that have not been treated with neonicotinoids?…
Hello. I started my tomato plants inside my house about 4 weeks ago. I moved them from under my lamp to beside my patio window to acclimatize them. The leaves started to curl and turn brown. How do I correct/save…
