Find Reliable Garden Help: Expert Tips for Homeowners
Garden columnist Helen Chesnut shares her proven strategies for finding and working with a great gardener. Learn how to source help through word-of-mouth and garden centres.
Garden columnist Helen Chesnut shares her proven strategies for finding and working with a great gardener. Learn how to source help through word-of-mouth and garden centres.
Discover how to select and care for amaryllis plants to bring vibrant colour and a spring-like feeling to your Canadian home this winter. Expert tips from gardener Penka Matanska.
LetPot's SS-Pro Smart Seed Starter, an all-in-one automated germination system, launches globally on Kickstarter after a successful prototype debut. It solves common gardening pains with AI-controlled light and heat.
Gardening expert Helen Chesnut offers step-by-step advice for saving your begonia tubers through the winter. Learn the timing and methods for successful storage in Canada's coastal climate.
Gardening expert Brian Minter shares his top poinsettia varieties for Christmas 2025, from versatile 'Pixie' plants to multi-bloom value picks, perfect for Canadian holiday decorating and gifting.
Canadian gardening expert warns against fall pruning as it weakens trees during harsh winters. Learn proper timing and techniques for apple and crabapple trees.
Get a head start on your spring garden projects. The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants to support community greening initiatives across Windsor-Essex.
Canadian gardening expert explains the real reasons grass struggles under spruce trees and offers practical landscaping solutions for Canadian homeowners.
A fifth death has been reported at Walt Disney World's Saratoga Springs Resort. Learn about recent incidents and Disney's safety protocols.
A fifth person has died at Florida's Disney World resort in the past month, with the latest death occurring at the Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. Learn the details of this tragic series of events.
Learn when and how to divide bearded irises for optimal growth and flowering. Expert gardening advice for Canadian gardeners facing disappointing blooms.
Discover Brian Minter's expert tips for transforming your porch pots with vibrant winter colour and festive greenery. Create a natural, spirit-lifting display that lasts from late fall until spring.
Get your backyard ready for Canadian winter with these 10 essential products. From leaf blowers to storage solutions, prepare your outdoor space efficiently.
Discover why leaving fallen leaves benefits soil health, supports biodiversity and reduces stormwater runoff in Canadian yards. A horticulturist explains the balance.
Learn the optimal timing for pruning different rose types in Canada. Expert Helen Chesnat shares when to trim climbers, ramblers, and bush roses for healthy growth and beautiful blooms.
Get ready for spring planting with professional gardening advice tailored for Canadian weather conditions. Learn how to prepare your soil and select the right plants for a thriving garden.
Discover Toronto's incredible bird diversity through a new photographic guide featuring over 100 local species. Perfect for birders and nature lovers exploring GTA's natural habitats.
A vacation adventure turns fatal as an American man and his son die from multiple wasp stings while ziplining through the Laotian jungle. The tragic incident highlights the hidden dangers of ecotourism.
Discover expert tips for managing autumn leaves in your Ottawa garden. Learn why leaving some leaves benefits your lawn and how to create nutrient-rich compost for spring.
Discover how nasturtiums effortlessly reseed themselves, creating beautiful low-maintenance gardens across Canada. Learn expert tips for managing these vibrant self-sowers.
Discover how the right wood preservatives can protect your Canadian deck from harsh weather, moisture damage, and extend its lifespan for years of outdoor enjoyment.
Discover how a simple silicone splash guard is revolutionizing cooking by containing the messy diatomaceous earth powder that's taken over kitchens.
Protect your garden from Canada's harsh winter with expert tips on preparing plants before deep cold arrives. Learn simple strategies to ensure your greenery survives and thrives come spring.