Even though this year's garden may be going to bed, there are many things you can do in the fall to prepare for what's to come next spring! Here are ten garden chores to do now to make gardening easier when the snow melts. What to Do This Autumn to Make Next Year's Gardening ... Continue Reading
How to Set up a Pumpkin Tunnel in your Garden
Creating a pumpkin tunnel is a fun way to save space in your garden while also adding beauty. In this post, I will share my method for planting a pumpkin tunnel, the varieties I use, and some helpful tips and tricks to achieve the best results. Good Pumpkin Varieties for ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Statice in a Short Growing Season
Statice is one of the backbone crops on my flower farm for both fresh and dried bouquets. It comes in nearly every colour of the rainbow and holds its shape and colour beautifully once dried. I grow it every year and use it constantly—not just during the summer, but in winter ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Strawflowers in Zone 3
Strawflowers are one of my absolute favourite flowers for the cutting garden. They have a unique, papery texture, are easy to grow from seed, and come in nearly every colour of the rainbow. Perfect for both fresh bouquets and dried arrangements, these cheerful blooms are a ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Saponaria in a Cold Climate
Saponaria looks a lot like baby’s breath, and it’s become a must-have in my garden. It’s easy to grow, easy to save seed from, and despite being a one-and-done flower, I think it’s well worth the space. It tucks in beautifully around other flowers, filling in gaps and adding a ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Feverfew in a Short Growing Season
Feverfew is one of my favourite flowers that bloom from late spring into early summer. The classic variety looks like a tiny daisy with a cheerful yellow centre, and all kinds of feverfew bring a charming touch to floral arrangements. Here are my quick tips for growing this ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Baby’s Breath in Zone 3
For flower farmers, baby's breath has been very popular for quite a few years. But homegrown baby's breath is nothing like the baby's breath you find in the grocery store flower section! Homegrown baby's breath has a more lyrical and delicate feel to it, and once you grow it ... Continue Reading
The Choose Your Own Adventure of Starting a Garden Plot From Scratch
There’s no one-size-fits-all way to start a garden plot from scratch. It all depends on what you’re working with--your soil quality, how much time and money you have, or whether you’ve got access to tools like a tractor or materials like cardboard and newspaper. In this blog ... Continue Reading
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