Have you ever wanted to grow your own fresh produce but don't have the space for a traditional garden? Hydroponic gardening could be the solution for you. Hydroponic gardening allows you to grow plants using mineral nutrient solutions in water without soil. You've probably seen hydroponic...
The heat can be stifling in summer months, but there are a few clever ways to create natural shade in your backyard without the need for expensive structures. So when Kelowna's temperature starts to climb, keep cool with these budget-friendly tips for creating a shade garden. In...
In a typical Canadian home setting, gardens often consist of perennials, shrubs, and non-fruit-bearing trees. Landscapes are often a mix of flowers, leaves, rocks, and concrete. All of these components come together to form a unique and beautiful outdoor space, of course. But why not...
[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aside from water, sunlight, and fertilizer, plants need other plants to thrive. Like people, plants grow better when surrounded by the right companions. That’s why in gardening, we call this companion planting. Some plants thrive well with a pair,...
[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a garden enthusiast and plant lover, you know how important it is to keep your plants healthy and happy. And in your search for the best ways to maintain your garden’s health, you may have stumbled across composting....
One of the most satisfying experiences in gardening is transplanting a favourite plant or flower and watching it thrive in its new home. But before you get your shovels and start digging on fresh soil, there are a few key steps that can help ensure your...
[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fact: Plants also go through hibernation during the winter season. In this stage of "dormancy," some of your favourite greenery might stop growing and enter a period of reduced metabolic activity to make it through the cold weather. And so,...