When the Poppies make their appearance in late spring, I can breathe a sigh of relief that frost is most likely behind us, meaning the...

Who doesn’t love this time of year? I am beyond excited prepping and watching the gardens start to grow. And with this upcoming May 2-4...

If you grow a variety of herbs and vegetables from seed, it can be exasperating trying to remember how close or how far to plant...

It’s hard to believe it’s already that time of the year. Spring has arrived! and if you intend on growing your own food from seed, now is...

YES! It’s that time of the year, and like a kid in a candy store, who doesn’t love that awesome sweet Canadian tradition of maple syrup...

Is spring around the corner? It’s almost laughable to think that’s possible here. Although I do know of some very early spring blossoms...

For the first time in 11 years, we have a Yule / Christmas Tree, and for the first time ever, she’s a real one, harvested from right...

I’m accustomed to the occasional warm day here and there during our cold November months, but 2020 has been anything but “normal”...

From harvesting of potatoes, drying herbs, more canning and crafting homemade ointments, it’s clear keeping a garden can easily be a full...

It's been a fun growing season with many plants still thriving in the gardens. We love working with a variety of fruits and vegetables...

Organic growing requires a lot of patience and ingenuity. No matter what procedures and precautions are made when planting, you’re bound...

Laying down a ground cover is the ultimate gift you can give your gardens...

The gardens may be planted but this is not the time to sit back and relax. You’ve come this far so let’s make sure your hard work pays off..

Know what NOT to plant with what...

Since today just happens to be a New Moon, the beginning of a new cycle, I thought this Blog would be appropriate. Every year I talk...

Successful gardens require annual crop rotation. Some plants are incompatible with others so it is always a good idea...

Supporting local economies is all about preserving the future. By shopping local, you are directly investing and helping your community...

The demand for organic and sustainable foods and products has increased dramatically as the general population becomes increasingly aware...

Hemp is versatile in so many ways; from health foods to clothing, paper and chemical-free wood stains. Hemp seed and oil is an excellent...

Many of the products purchased today come from some of the world’s poorest countries. Fair Trade seeks to ensure that the hard working...