Author: Cameron Shimoda

As fall approaches, we are getting ready to put our gardens to bed! This summer has been bountiful and beautiful, but we are just about ready to wrap things up for the season. One...

The end of Summer. For many, this means the disheartening end to summer. For others, it means making the annual trip for school supplies. In my parents’ house, the end of summer always meant…...

Fall is the perfect time for overseeding your lawn. Late August and early September typically bring with them increased amounts of precipitation and cooler nights. These are ideal conditions for grass seed germination and...

Fall is easily one of my favourite seasons! Crisp, brightly coloured leaves. Late season vegetables. Warm soups and hot apple cider. What’s not to love! The only downside of fall is the lack of...

One of the things I love most about spring is the bulbs beginning to bloom! Tulips, alliums, daffodils, hyacinth, and crocus are a few plants that start from bulbs. (Fun Fact: The botanical term...

Hydroponics: What Is It? Hydroponics is a word that is becoming more frequently used in the gardening world, although not everyone may be familiar with the concept. It is essentially the art of growing...

For me, summer means fresh produce straight from the garden. As a result, there really is nothing better than eating a home grown meal, like a beautiful salad or a fresh pizza. While it...

Now that summer is well underway, your vegetable garden is providing you with fresh produce. It is amazing having dozens of tomatoes for fresh salads and pizzas. It can be a bit tricky coming...

Are you looking for a great pairing to go with grilled chicken or steak this barbecue season? You can’t go wrong with summer veggie pasta salad. Get Creative with Your Pasta Salad The best...

Perennials: What are they? Adding plants to a new or existing garden can be intimidating, especially for a new gardener. It is hard to pick varieties without knowing what is easy to care for....