Transforming your front yard into a vibrant garden can be a rewarding experience. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process to create your own lush outdoor oasis in Calgary. Step 1: Define Your Vision Envision Your Space: Think about how you want your garden to look and function. Consider incorporating a variety of...
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Great Groundcovers for Your Prairie Garden
Groundcovers are versatile plants that can enhance your Calgary garden in many ways. Not only do they fill empty spaces, but they also bring a multitude of benefits. Here’s why you should consider using groundcovers in your garden: Benefits of Groundcovers Weed Prevention: They effectively suppress weeds by covering bare soil. Soil Protection: Groundcovers protect...
Why Do We Prune Trees?
Maintain the tree’s healthRemoving dead, diseased, or damaged branches helps prevent decay and keeps the tree strong. Encourage flower and fruit productionStrategic pruning directs energy into growth areas, boosting blossoms and better-quality fruit. Enhance the viewThinning out branches can open up scenic views and reduce visual clutter. Ensure proper clearanceTrimming prevents interference with structures, walkways,...
Alpine Xeriscape Winning Combination
Prunus Virginiana ‘Schubert’ (Chokecherry) Rosybloom Crabapple Clematis Macropetala Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’ Rosa ‘John Cabot’ Stachys Byzantina (Lanata) Salvia Transylvanica Picea Glauca (White Spruce) Lilium Nepeta ‘Dawn to Dusk’ Astrantia Major Veronica Incana Laurel Leaf Willow Clematis Alpina Fox Willow Hosta ‘Gold Standard’ Delphinium ‘Blue Bouquet’ Rosa ‘Simon Fraser’ Achillea Millfolium ‘ Summer Pastels’ Lonicera ‘Dropmore...
Basic Steps for Landscaping Your Empty Lot
Not everyone can afford to hire a landscaper to overhaul their backyard in one go—and that’s okay! Most great gardens don’t start as masterpieces; they evolve over time with effort, money, and patience. If you’re ready to take your yard from “meh” to amazing, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get there. Step...
Preventing Dog Destruction of Gardens
You love cultivating your garden, but your dog might have other plans! When it comes to keeping your furry friends safe and maintaining your garden, there’s no need to compromise—you can enjoy your flowers and keep your pup out of trouble. Dogs Are Destroying My Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees Management Tips: Training: Train your dog...
Best Layout for Vegetable Gardens
Plant in Blocks, Not Rows! When it comes to making the most of your garden space, planting in blocks or beds is a game-changer compared to traditional rows. For example, plants that can be spaced 2 inches apart can fit four times the number of plants in a bed compared to rows. If Harvest Moon...
What is Lovage?
Lovage: The Herb That Thinks It’s Celery Lovage is that surprisingly tall plant in the garden that looks like celery but smells like parsley on steroids. It’s a culinary herb—and also has a history as a medicinal one. As Leslie Cox once said: “Lovage, Levisticum officinale, is one of those herbs you either know and...
Calgary Winter Sowing: A Guide to Growing During Our Long Winters
As Calgarians, we know all too well the grip of winter — icy streets, snow-covered landscapes, and the slow wait until spring’s warmth awakens our gardens. With the festive season behind us and the new year in full swing, many of us find ourselves eager to get into the soil. But with the ground frozen...