Articles related to "Gardening Season"

South Florida gardens can be brutalized by the summer heat, but all is not lost. Some simple tips will make the investment last another season, and maybe another year.

A guide to shopping for interesting annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables in the Greater Toronto Area.

Handling weeds in the vegetable garden can be a real challenge, but with the right knowledge and the willingness to deal with them, weeds can be overcome!

Winterberry Hollies add color to the winter landscape with red and gold fruit. But not every female holly likes every male holly...

Gardeners around the world use compost to feed their garden, which is a special potion called 'Black Gold' by those familiar with it.

Bugs and pests are perhaps a gardener's worst enemy, but the bugs don't have to win. Find tips on fighting those pesky garden pests.

You can make or build a rudimentary compost bin from cheap or free materials. No carpentry skills are required.

Encourage Moms values and passions this Mothers Day by getting involved and giving green gifts that show support and pride in her efforts at environmental responsibility.

There are many things to consider when planning a trip to work in the community garden plot, including food and water requirements, clothing, tools and materials.

Growing vegetables should be about more than just necessity. Gardening should be fun for the entire family since even the tiniest family member can be involved.

Use vertical space in a garden to create an enabling garden. Here are some vertical gardening ideas to grow plants in small spaces.

Seven is a lucky number when you consider these reasons to switch to organic gardening methods.

Caring for a garden is a labour of love, and leaving one behind can be a sad occasion. With careful planning, however, a new house means a new garden to cultivate.

A lycopene-rich, beefsteak heirloom tomato, Amana Orange is an easy-to-grow favourite among vegetable gardeners.

Mache, mizuna and pak choi are Asian greens suitable for growing in a vegetable garden. These leafy greens are easy to grow during cool season gardening.

Advice for attending Toronto's most well-known flower and garden show, Canada Blooms.

Find fun and unique senior men's birthday party ideas and themes for Grandpa. Grandfathers will love these family-friendly ideas to celebrate his special day.

Sad that the harvest season is over? Bring the fun of a vegetable garden inside your home with a winter container garden!

Divide perennials for propagation, to renew plant vigor, or limit spreading. Tip: Many plants may be divided in the fall. Do it now and have more time next spring!

Gardeners who grow culinary herbs in a container garden enjoy harvesting and cooking with fresh herb leaves outside the kitchen door throughout the gardening season.

An indoor herb garden gives you fresh flavor all year long.

Growing the main ingredients of a basic salsa recipe in a container garden or vegetable patch is very rewarding for vegetable gardeners and chefs alike.

The seasonal work of a vegetable gardener includes the tasks that come after vegetables have been pulled from the ground, including pickling and preserving beets.

Tiny but prolific thrips deform flowers and carry diseases, especially in greenhouses. You can control these pests without chemicals with a four-step approach.

The story behind the name of Mortgage Lifter heirloom tomato draws gardeners to this variety, but the sweet and rich taste makes it a favourite.

Preparing for a new gardening year. Making sure that your American garden is in the best shape possible for the new season.

A smoky-sweet beefsteak heirloom tomato originating from Russia, Paul Robeson is a wonderful choice for Northern vegetable gardeners.

Control weeds with plastic and fabric mulches.

Use seeds and gardening as a fun way to introduce children to science. Preschoolers will love this gentle start, while school agers can build on current skills.

Learn how to garden by instinct with this guide to designing and building your garden intuitively.

Nothing tastes better than a ripe heirloom tomato plucked from the vine and eaten on the spot. That's why millions of backyard gardeners grow tomatoes every year.

Grow pansies and violas to attract butterflies, grow near cool season vegetables, fill in early container gardens or as edible flowers garnishing salads.

Don't rest on your laurels now that you've got everything planted. Your crops need more from you than the occasional watering in order to thrive.

To design gardens that shine in shade from spring to frost, fill your beds and borders with perennials that bloom in fall as well as plants for spring and summer.

Storing essential tools and supplies close to the garden is imperative. Organizing them so they are easily located when needed is crucial.

Even in the coldest of climates, it's still possible to extend the growing season well into the winter months with the use of a number of low-tech gardening techniques.

Is the brown recluse spider really dangerous? Can brown recluse spider bites kill?

Grow a tapestry of leafy greens within steps of your kitchen to harvest fast fresh salads and nutritious snacks for the family.