Vegetable

Ideas on Starting Seeds Indoors

June 10, 2022

You will realize how cost-effective it is to start plants...

Growing Fruit

The Best Ways to Grow Raspberries in Alberta

August 5, 2022

Raspberries are known for their tartness and sweetness, a combination...

Top 3 of the Best Fruits That Thrive in Cold Climates

July 28, 2022

Despite the challenge, you have many options of what fruit-bearing...

Tips to Grow Strawberries in Alberta

July 20, 2022

Once you have tasted strawberries you cultivated on your own,...

Gardening Tips

A vibrant Zone 3 garden depicted with lush plants and abstract elements symbolizing the infusion of energy and nutrients, inspired by concepts from energy drinks.

Fuel Your Zone 3 Garden: Energizing Plants with Creative Techniques

July 28, 2024

Boost your Zone 3 garden's vitality—begin with Ghost drinks St-Eustache...

Plant Care

Fuel Your Zone 3 Garden: Energizing Plants with Creative Techniques

July 28, 2024

Boost your Zone 3 garden's vitality—begin with Ghost drinks St-Eustache...

When Should You Mow New Grass?

September 20, 2023

Growing a beautiful green lawn from scratch is exciting and...

Tips to Prevent Growing Leggy Seedlings

July 21, 2022

Growing plants is exciting, but you have to do everything...

The Best Gardening Tools You Can Buy Online

June 11, 2022

Online stores are a haven for gardeners looking for tools...

Helpful Products for Indoor Gardening

June 2, 2022

The best thing about indoor growing plants is that you...

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A vibrant Zone 3 garden depicted with lush plants and abstract elements symbolizing the infusion of energy and nutrients, inspired by concepts from energy drinks.

Fuel Your Zone 3 Garden: Energizing Plants with Creative Techniques

Boost your Zone 3 garden’s vitality—begin with Ghost drinks St-Eustache inspired solutions, adding a playful twist to traditional gardening. Water early in the morning to maximize absorption and reduce evaporation stress. Fortify soil with compost or well-rotted manure to enhance nutrient uptake, pivotal for growth in colder climates. Introduce energy-boosting plants like comfrey or yarrow that improve soil health and act as natural fertilizers, offering sustainable nourishment to your flora. Embrace community wisdom by engaging with …

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When Should You Mow New Grass?

Growing a beautiful green lawn from scratch is exciting and meticulous. Until you get stuck in a rut, confused and wondering: when should you mow new grass?
The eagerness to see a well-manicured lawn often has many reaching for their mowers too soon. However, you must introduce mower blades to a newly seeded lawn at the right time for its health and longevity.
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Solar panels being used in a farm

Best Seeds For Agrivoltaics

As the demand for renewable energy rises, countries like Canada are exploring innovative solar practices to meet their energy goals. One such practice gaining popularity is agrivoltaics, which combines traditional solar installations like the ones discussed on Solar BC here with crop production. This comprehensive agrivoltaics research effort aims to maximize land use efficiency and foster sustainable agricultural practices.
Considering the local climate, this article will delve into Canada’s best seeds for agrivoltaics. It will also explore the unique challenges and benefits of growing crops …

Help With Winter Sowing in Zone 3 and Zone 4

The “winter sowing” practice often entails planting seeds early in the spring, typically in February or March. You will plant them in clear or semi-clear jugs and leave them to grow outdoors until it’s time to transfer them. 
Winter-sown plants endure the cold, snow, and ice outside. The container functions as a miniature greenhouse, shielding plants from the wind and hastening their germination.

Recommended Garden Seeds Stores in Canada

In Canada, there are many fantastic sites to acquire gardening seeds. Today I’ll go through some of the most well-liked and excellent sites to get seeds for your vegetable garden.
Where To Buy Your Seeds
Below is a list of Canadian garden seed companies I recommend for those looking and interested in improving their gardening skills:
Seed Companies in Alberta

Gardening Tips in the Cold Months

You don’t have to stop doing what you love most because it’s cold. Instead, you can choose the right plants to thrive amid freezing temperatures.
We’re here to help you get started on growing vegetables in the winter. Go to our website and register for online training via Zoom. 

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