For the past couple of years, I've been really into natural, rustic Christmas decor--think lots of boughs of evergreen and cedar, pinecones, berries, and dried citrus fruits. The other elements are easy, but drying oranges and grapefruit in the oven takes a bit of finesse. ... Continue Reading
Why Won’t My Christmas Cactus Bloom? (and What to Do About It)
The ground is covered with snow and winter is (unofficially) here. But wait! A glimmer of hope and sunshine will surely appear amongst your houseplants. It's almost time for your Christmas cactus to bloom! But what happens when it doesn't? How do you get a Christmas cactus to ... Continue Reading
Cranberry Butter Tarts
A Christmas baking tray isn't complete without a delicious, gooey butter tart... at least if you're Canadian. There are many thoughts about what makes the perfect butter tart--homemade or pre-made crust, plain, with nuts, or with raisins? I present a fourth filling ... Continue Reading
Last-Minute Fudge Sampler Gift
Picture this: It's the last weekend before Christmas and you've realized that not only are you very much NOT ready. You still haven't shopped for everybody on your list. And you forgot about your kid's teachers, that nice neighbour who always shovels your sidewalk, and your ... Continue Reading
Chocolate-Covered Rice Krispie Christmas Tree Treats
Tired of the same old Christmas baking? These easy chocolate-covered Rice Krispie treats will shake up your usual holiday baking. The recipe comes together in minutes and is sure to impress. Your only problem will be keeping enough on hand for friends and family. For this ... Continue Reading
Classic Melt-in-your-Mouth Shortbread
Christmas is on its way! If you're searching for an easy cookie recipe to get in the holiday spirit, you've come to the right place. Classic melt-in-your-mouth shortbread comes together quickly and is guaranteed to be a hit with Santa (or on the family baking tray). Soft ... Continue Reading
How to Overwinter Glads in a Cold Climate
Gladiolus are often considered an old-fashioned "grandma" flower, but in recent years they've been making a comeback. The more contemporary varieties with elegant ruffles and a vast selection of colours are a welcome breath of fresh air in mid-August. In this blog post, I'll ... Continue Reading
How I Doubled My Sales in My Second Year of Flower Farming
Starting a flower farm from scratch, especially when there are so many other flower farmers within a 30km radius of where I live, has been daunting. Even though I've been arranging flowers for years, gardening forever, and feel confident in my approach to marketing, it doesn't ... Continue Reading
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