Turn Your Calgary Yard into Your Dream Landscape
Thinking about redesigning your yard or creating a new outdoor space? With a little planning, you can turn your Calgary backyard into a beautiful, functional retreat—whether you want a peaceful...Continue reading→
How to Divide Irises in Calgary’s Short Growing Season
If you grow bearded irises in Calgary, it’s important to divide them every few years to keep them healthy and blooming well. Here’s a simple guide to doing it right:...Continue reading→
How to Create a Stunning Garden in Short-Season Climates Like Calgary
Living in Calgary or similar northern zones (Zones 3-4) means dealing with short growing seasons and cooler temperatures. But with some planning and perseverance, you can create a beautiful, thriving...Continue reading→
Leaves: Beautiful Foliage Plants for Calgary Gardens
When it comes to creating a stunning garden in Calgary, flowers are just the beginning. Thoughtful use of foliage can add texture, color, and year-round interest—even when blooms fade. If...Continue reading→
Cranesbills: The True Geraniums for Calgary Gardens
Many gardeners in Calgary love adding cranesbills—beautiful, hardy, and versatile perennials—to their landscapes. These “real” geraniums are a wonderful choice, especially because many varieties thrive in our challenging prairie climate....Continue reading→
Growing Asparagus in Calgary: The Food of Kings Right in Your Backyard
For many Calgary gardeners, asparagus is a true treat—delicious, nutritious, and a true sign of a well-established vegetable patch. Although it’s often called the “food of kings,” growing your own...Continue reading→
Bug Bytes: How to Keep Carrot Flies Out of Your Calgary Garden
If you love growing fresh vegetables in your Calgary yard, you’ve probably heard of the pesky carrot fly. Though it sounds tiny, this insect can cause big problems for your...Continue reading→
Feels Like Home: Creating a Wild, Beautiful Garden in Calgary
Moving to Calgary from a different part of the country, you might miss the untamed, natural feel of your old landscape. If that’s you, don’t worry—you can recreate that wild,...Continue reading→
Long-Blooming Perennials for Calgary Gardens
Looking to create a stunning, low-maintenance garden that keeps its color from early summer until frost? Long-blooming perennials are your best friends! Perfect for Calgary’s variable climate, these hardy plants...Continue reading→
Reviving Old-Fashioned Favorites: Pansies for Calgary Gardens
Pansies—those cheerful, colorful blooms—are making a comeback, and it’s no surprise. What’s their secret? They are incredibly hardy. Why do they matter? In Calgary, where our cold winters can put...Continue reading→