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Ornamental native onions

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 15:26:12 -0700

By Richard Hebda

Drought-tolerant and surprisingly hardy, ornamental native onions are an attractive choice for gardens across B.C.

Winter Jasmine

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 15:45:52 -0700

Peter Symcox

In the depths of winter, when it seems that one’s spirits are at an all-time low, there's a plant destined to bloom with bright-yellow star-like flowers to cheer us up.

Sensitive Plant

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 13:36:15 -0700

By Barbra Fairclough

Mimosa pudica, also known as sensitive plant, is a member of the pea family (Leguminosae) and an annual that children are sure to enjoy.

'Baby Brian' African Violet

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 13:26:45 -0700

By Kathleen Freimond

‘Baby Brian’ is used to special treatment – bright lights and regular drinks – so it came as no surprise that there was little bumping or jostling during its journey to Baton Rouge, LA.

Life in lotus land

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 13:44:01 -0700

By Carolyn Jones

Carolyn Jones introduces us to life in Lotusland, Santa Barbara.

Grow a Winter Wonderland

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 16:41:01 -0800

By David Tarrant

Winter in the garden is far from dull. For rain climates, some plants actually look their best during or just after heavy downpours.

Overwinter Aeonium

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 12:07:20 -0800

By Carolyn Jones

How to overwinter your Aeonium.

Garden Makeover: Patio Adds Panache

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 19:07:15 -0700

By Judith Hogan

Some of the problems associated with this property included poor contouring and lack of any functional drainage.

A Flowering Wonderland

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 18:43:39 -0700

By Kathleen Freimond

If you're planning a trip to Europe in Spring, consider allocating a day for a visit to the spectacular Keukenhof garden in Lisse, Holland

Asparagus

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 18:54:11 -0700

Following the spring harvest of your asparagus, your patch will burst with frothy fern-like foliage.