Air Purifying Plants
Whether you have a sunny windowsill or acreage, plants that can purify the air is a big plus. We'll be looking at easy-to-grow...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 31
- 3 min
Swallowtail Butterflies
Alianna’s Caterpillars by Dianne Wittig photos @ Christine Wittig In the summer of 2021, I planted dill in a large pot on my patio. While...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 24
- 3 min
Peonies and Hydrangeas
We love sharing gardening tips and tricks, photos and advice from our members. We received this submission from a new member, D.W. and...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 17
- 5 min
How to protect plants and trees from frost damage
It's that time of year again where it could be anything from snow to sunshine, rain to drought and everything in-between. What is a frost...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 14
- 4 min
What NOT to plant in your garden - Invasive Plants in Ontario
Isn't it magical to be out in your garden and planning which plants you want to add? Perhaps you're starting with a blank canvas, or you...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 11
- 3 min
How to grow roses in Ontario
Considering growing your own roses? It's possible with a little TLC! Roses are a type of flowering plant belonging to the Rosaceae...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 10
- 4 min
Why are there so many dandelions in Ontario?
Dandelions are a common sight in Ontario and many other parts of North America. This is because dandelions are a hardy plant species that...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 8
- 1 min
A visit to TASC Farms, where you can pick your own tulips!
One of our members, Stefica, visited the TASC Farms this past weekend and shared her adventures! "On a rainy Wednesday morning my...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 5
- 2 min
Dahlias and Cinco de Mayo
The national flower of Mexico is the Dahlia (Dahlia pinnata). The dahlia has been an important symbol in Mexican culture since ancient...
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Waterloo Gardeners
- May 3
- 3 min
Creative gardening in clay soil
We received this incredible submission from one of our members. Thank you Tim!! This transformation is absolutely stunning!! "Very few...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 2 min
Litter Clean-up Scavenger Hunt for Earth Day
Understanding how our choices affect the environment, it's best to see living (or not so living) proof! We're familiar with some of the...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 3 min
Easy seeds for kids to grow
Kids of all ages can start growing their own plants with these easy seeds! Be sure to purchase locally and read the instructions on the...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 2 min
Gardening, not just for kids!
Not sure what to do with your children in the summer holidays? We've got you covered! Here are ten ways that children can learn about...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 3 min
How to grow tomatoes in Ontario
Looking forward to a summer salad with tomatoes grown from your own garden? Luckily, it's doable in Ontario! Did you know that Europeans...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 2 min
Gardening for beginners
With sustainability in mind, more people are learning how to garden, grow their own food and understand the positive impact that...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 24
- 2 min
How to attract birds to your garden
Don't you just love the sounds of birds chirping in the morning while sitting on your balcony, deck or patio with a cup of coffee?...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 18
- 3 min
Gardening for the body, mind and soul
Gardening is something that everyone can enjoy, from beginner to expert, young to old and everything in between. Did you know that...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 18
- 2 min
How to create a community vegetable garden
Creating a community vegetable garden can be a great way to bring people together and provide fresh, healthy food for your community....
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 18
- 3 min
How to create a biodiverse garden, big or small
Gardens don't have to be huge to create a biodiverse ecosystem. When we think of ecosystems, it's easy to get stuck on huge landscapes...
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Christine Bergsma
- Apr 18
- 2 min
Unique ways to conserve water
Firstly, why is it important to conserve water? Conserving water is important for several reasons, including: Environmental...
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