Month: August 2022

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. 

Tips to Saving Seeds for Novices

Learning how to save seeds from flowers and some vegetables is simple. I typically store seeds I’ll use in my garden the following year.
It’s fulfilling and enjoyable to save vegetable seeds for the next year, and it’s another step toward permaculture and becoming less reliant on others.
Pointers in Preserving Seeds

The Best Ways to Grow Raspberries in Alberta

Raspberries are known for their tartness and sweetness, a combination that would make you want to learn more about how to grow them in your backyard. Another thing is that these berries usually sell at high prices. 
So, let no one stop you from growing raspberries. If you’re from Alberta, it’s nice to know that these berries love its zone 3 climate.