Pepper seedlings are rewarding to grow, but it's frustrating when you can't get the strong stalks and abundant yields you were hoping for. Lucky for you, there's an easy way to get good side growth and strong stems! All you need is a pair of scissors and a little ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Poppies in Zone 3
Many people in the recent past have asked me for my advice on growing poppies in Zone 3. I have to start with the truth... I don't particularly like growing poppies. They're beautiful and all, but they're sort of a pain in the rear. Even so, I have successfully grown ... Continue Reading
Why Buy Organic and Heirloom Seeds?
So, you've heard other cut flower gardeners and vegetable gardeners talk about organic and heirloom seeds, but you're not sure what all the hype is about. You're in the right place! In this post, I'll walk you through what to look for when purchasing organic and heirloom ... Continue Reading
DIY Seed Starting Rack for Small Space Gardening
Do you dream of a huge set of seed starting shelves filled to the brim with plants under multiple sets of grow lights? You could save money, start your own seeds, and stick it to Old Man Winter. But the reality is, there's just no space in your small home! Or you only have one ... Continue Reading
How to Soak and Pre-Sprout Anemones (and Ranunculus!)
Have you always wanted to grow anemones or ranunculus, but you've been scared of how much work it takes? The nice thing about growing these flowers is that the process for both is exactly the same. That means you can start them at the same time, and they will most likely bloom at ... Continue Reading
DIY Compostable Newsprint Seed Starting Pots
Seed starting is a fun way to grow the plants you really want to grow that you can't always find at the greenhouse, but it's frustrating having to use so much flimsy plastic. Sure, you can use recycled plastic containers to cut down on waste, but did you know there's a way to ... Continue Reading
Are Dollar Store Ranunculus Corms Worth It?
Last year, my friend Chantelle of City Girl Flower Farm told me she found some really cheap ranunculus at a local Dollar Tree: 5 corms for $1.25! So, naturally, I drove over there as quickly as possible, scooped up what I needed, and brought them home to experiment with. The ... Continue Reading
How to Build a High Tunnel in a Northern Climate
If you live in a cold climate like I do near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, in Zone 3, then a high tunnel or greenhouse is a gardening game changer. Suddenly, all those heat-loving vegetables that struggle--like tomatoes, peppers, eggplants and more--are, dare I say, easy to ... Continue Reading
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