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Laying the Groundwork: A Step-by-Step Guide for Zone 3 Gardeners
Want to grow fresh veggies and flowers in Zone 3? 🌿 This guide covers everything you need—from picking the perfect garden spot to choosing cold-hardy plants, planning your layout, and...
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From Reflection to Action: Planning Your Ideal Garden
Ready to plan your best garden yet? We are focusing on thoughtful planning to help you set goals and prioritize what matters most in your garden. From reflecting on past...
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Garden Planning Tips to Kick Off the New Year
Start the year off right with practical tips and inspiration for planning your dream garden. Whether you are dreaming of fresh produce, beautiful blooms, or a more intentional lifestyle, this...
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How to Care for Your Pumpkin Succulent Centerpiece & Sustainably Rehome Your Succulents
Our latest blog has everything you need to know to care for your pumpkin succulent centerpiece and ensure your succulents live on after the pumpkin fades. From placement tips to...
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Ripening Green Tomatoes: Learn Simple Strategies
Enjoy the vibrant flavours of fresh ripe tomatoes long after the growing season ends by learning these simple and effective methods for our Zone 3 Alberta gardens.
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2025 Perennial Plant of the Year
Pycnanthemum muticum, also known as Clustered mountainmint, blunt mountainmint or short-toothed mountainmint is a tough and adaptable perennial native to meadows and open woodlands across much of the eastern United...
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Planning Ahead: How a Simple Garden Walkthrough Can Transform Your Fall Garden
Ready to start planning for fall in your garden? Discover how a simple, low-effort walkthrough of your garden can help you visualize changes, create a fall to-do list, and make...
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January Gardening Tasks
Here are some gardening task you can do now to chase away the winter blues.
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Poinsettia Care Guide
Poinsettias are a popular holiday plant. They are so popular that U.S. Congress has declared December 12 National Poinsettia Day. Choosing your Poinsettia Look for a nice broad plant...
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Ceramic and Terra Cotta Planters - Helpful Tips for Winter Protection
Learn how to preserve the beauty of your ceramic and terra cotta planters throughout winter – a simple yet essential guide for garden enthusiasts.
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Thriving Through Summer: Top Tips for Maintaining Your Garden's Flourishing Beauty
Maintaining a summer garden requires attention and care to ensure your plants thrive in the warmer months. Here are the top three maintenance tips for your summer garden:
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Harvesting Tomatoes - Optimal Ripening and Storage
Discover the secrets behind vine-ripening, and unleash the full spectrum of taste in your homegrown harvest.