Jars! Jars! Jars!
Matt talks about his strange fascination with canning jars. What a weirdo.
African Violet Neck Operation
Photo presentation of the operation necessary to correct the overgrown neck on my oldest african violet.
Tour My Canadian Garden
Mirrors on the garden fence helped reflect light and coax delphiniums to thrive in this shady side garden.
creating a feature in the garden
To obscure some pipes below the front porch, I used a concrete bench and river pebbles to make a cozy, welcoming area.
Sunkissed Rose african violet 4-4
Here are today's pictures of the first bloom for my baby african violet Sunkissed Rose
Lust for Lavender, Charm by Catmint
Find out why Catmint can be just as Charming as Lavender! And even why it's even better in some ways!
As Cherries Bloom
We see these pretty trees blossoming with all its glory in spring here in B.C. But, did you know that there are lots of its varieties?
Frost Warning! Time to Get to Work!
There's a frost warning, so we've got to take action to protect the plants in our garden.
Growing Wheatgrass for Easter
Growing a wheatgrass centerpiece or decoration is quick and simple. What a great way to bring a little bit of spring inside.
Now you see me…
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Now you don't. It is very hard to have privacy in the city, but an old jib from my husbands sailing days came to our rescue.
Tree Secrets @Hardy Eco Garden
Come peek at some incredible tree blooms that often escape the eye.
Daylily Spring Tonic
A few simple ingredients will get your daylilies off to a great start this spring!
Fritillaria Fever
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When I lived in London,I used to walk past a meadow of frits in Kensington Gardens. Now I want my own, how many years will it take?
Some of My Favorite Spring Bulbs
With an early spring, the daffodils are a blooming, and the tulips, hyacinths, muscari and irises are not far behind!
Breathtaking Butchart Gardens
A presentation of the world-renowned Butchart Gardens told in an author's perspective.
Flowering Succulent
Flowering succulent in a pot at the garden center in Half Moon Bay, California
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