The beauty and importance of ponds in landscape design and gardening are indisputable—from beautifying your garden to helping the local environment and wildlife thrive. But how do you maintain a pond over winter? The goal of this guide is to provide you with a checklist of everything you need to know about winterizing your pond […]
Trimming shrubs at the end of summer can be beneficial, especially if branches are damaged or diseased, but what shrubs need pruning, and which ones are better left untouched? We’ll answer all of that for you in this blog! Why Do Plants Need Pruning? Pruning is essential for the healthy growth of many plants, […]
Hydrangeas are wildly popular flowering shrubs, known for their voluminous mophead blooms that look stunning in cut bouquets. There are so many colours and varieties to choose from; even if you live in a colder region, there are hardy varieties that can withstand freezing temperatures. If you’d like to learn how to care for hydrangeas […]
Ornamental grasses are the multi-taskers of the landscape, combining useful features and low-maintenance beauty. They’re great for adding privacy, stabilizing your soil, and adding a decorative element that sways in the breeze. Here are some of our favourite ornamental grass varieties for Powell River! What Are Ornamental Grasses? As their name implies, ornamental grasses are […]
What do you envision when someone mentions the fall? We’ll bet it involves a blazing red, orange, and yellow backdrop! It’s no secret that we owe it to the trees and shrubs that line our neighbourhoods for that brilliant colour—and if there’s anything you can’t overdo, it’s fall colour in your landscape. Adding these fabulous […]
Peonies shine their brightest in the summer, but a little care in fall and spring is vital for growing a truly impressive plant. If you dream of a lush peony in the summer, covered with pastel flowers like giant scoops of ice cream, now is the time to get started! Caring for Peonies in […]
Here in BC, the gardening season never truly ends—it’s just slower or busier, depending on the date. Get a leg up on your garden this year with this handy planting calendar for Powell River gardeners! Planting Calendar for Winter December: Apply mulch to beds and around newly planted trees and shrubs. We recommend protecting these […]
Most gardeners know that timing is everything when it comes to harvesting your crops. The time of day and the maturity of your vegetables play a major role in choosing the best time for harvest. With this foolproof harvesting guide, you’ll yield the perfect crop every time! Zucchini Harvest You will typically see blooms on […]
Depending on how many vegetables you plan to harvest in your garden this summer, you likely know that it can be a lot of work! Luckily, if you’re a parent, you have more help than you think. Getting your kids involved in your veggie harvest is a great way to get the family bonding and […]
Many different pests like to munch on tomatoes—and who can blame them? There’s no denying that homegrown tomatoes are ridiculously flavourful! In the garden, tomatoes are susceptible to various pests, which may require you to fight several battles before enjoying the fruits of your labour. With these tips, however, it can be easy. We’ve outlined […]
