Of all the flowering shrubs this has always been a show stopper! They are long living shrubs that bloom most of the summer and well into fall. With so many new varieties and colours to choose from you’re certain to find one that is right for you! Endless Summer Hydrangeas are unique as they can grow enormous, bold flowers on …
Designing Your Flower Gardens
“Imagine a beautiful flower garden drenched with color from early spring to fall. What could be better?” Research The best flower garden should incorporate several types of blooms, including seasonal bulbs – tulips and daffodils are often the first signs of spring and they’re a fantastic motivation for the upcoming season, long-living perennials that come back each year – lavender, sedum, salvia and phlox to name …
Spring Garden Prep
Happy Spring everyone! There are a few things you can be doing outside now to gear up for enjoying a beautiful garden later this summer! The days are starting to become nicer and will hopefully stay that way. If you have been feeling house bound these past few weeks, (months!) now is the time to get out into the fresh …
Onion Sets
Our onion sets have arrived! Onions are such a versatile vegetable! They are used in so many recipes, and growing your own means you’ll always have them on hand. They are easy to grow from baby onions, which are called sets. Onions need a sunny, sheltered site with well-drained soil. Before planting you can add some compost to enrich the …
Strawberries
Seascape Strawberries Strawberries are a much loved fruit and are the perfect treat to satisfy a sweet tooth while also packing a powerful punch of Vitamin C, fiber and potassium! The Seascape strawberry is an every-bearing strawberry that produces delicious fruit over a long season. They are heat-tolerant and remarkably disease resistant. Planting: You can plant your strawberry roots as …
OSC Seeds
OSC offers a variety of seeds for gardeners that are beginners or have years of experience! Many types of seeds can be started indoors when the weather and ground are still too cold for outdoor planting. OSC Seeds is a proud Canadian company offering over 125 years of growing service. They offer a wide variety of vegetables, flowers, bi-annuals and …
Think Spring!
The 1st day of Spring is just a couple of days away! Let’s hope Mother Nature keeps bringing us some warm sunny days! Think spring (and warm days) – and start thinking about what flowers and vegetables you want to grow this year 🙂
Fall Pruning
One of the most important parts of the fall season is pruning. Pruning helps shape your plants, encourages healthy growth and prevents diseases. Done correctly, it will set your garden up for a spectacular showing the next spring and summer. Roses Roses are a classic garden favorite and with proper care, they can provide beautiful blooms year after year. September …
Fall Planting of Shrubs
Certainly it is tempting to put thoughts of next year’s garden on hold for winter dreaming and spring planting, but gardeners who capitalize in the fall planting season take advantage of many opportunities the spring just can’t afford. Plus, remember how busy the spring season is? There are literally hundreds of tasks we’re juggling with as the earth wakes up …
Perennials
Sometimes, it’s nice to have a flowering plant that can fill a large space in the summer and then die back or disappear in winter. The space may be under an eave where snow and ice could damage a year round shrub. Maybe the space is close to a deck, patio, or walkway where you want the fullness of a …