Do you grow witch hazel? It is a beautiful ornamental in the home garden, and it can be harvested to make a simple, healing facial toner that reduces inflammation, acne, and fights signs of ...
Bulbs are one of the brightest, boldest ways to fill your garden with a rainbow of colours and scents. But when fall comes around, we’re not ready to say goodbye to those summer-flowering ...
If there was one plant that embodied the spirit of Christmas, poinsettias would be at the top of the list! These cheerful red blooms may be all over, but did you know how they became ...
November 11, 2025
I’m still chatting about Gardens of Texas, most recently with Jacques Lyakov at The Beet podcast, “a show about plants — how to grow them, use them, how they affect our world ...
A long-time flower staple, sweet peas add plenty of whimsy and a delicious fragrance to every garden they’re grown in. Only recently have they become a favourite for bouquets and ...
Here in Michigan the weather is finally warming up during the day and staying warm enough at night that we can really start our garden. Until recently it was still getting so cold at night that ...
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Showy and stunning, dahlias are a summer flower that deserves to be in every garden! Luckily, it is quite easy to grow dahlias from a tuber. Learn how to grow and care for dahlias so you can ...
For many of us, a garden is like our own personal sanctuary. A place we can relax, reflect and reminisce. Pottering around in the garden not only aids our mental ...
Comfrey is often seen as a garden bully, growing tenaciously and quickly taking over. Today, I want to make a case as to why you might want to grow comfrey in your garden. A compost ...
A must-have for your woodland garden, the dogwood tree is a charmer. With so many varieties to choose from, you’re sure to be impressed by all the genus has to offer. From shiny, bright red ...
From bare soil to a lush garden in just months, learn how to start a garden you LOVE without spending more than $25! This method can help you cultivate a lovely space you’ll enjoy for years ...