Pruning and Maintenance of Rose Bushes
General Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Water 1 inch per week from spring until after harvest. Roses are heavy feeders. Spring: Fertilize with a slow release, balanced […]
General Pruning Tips
When to Prune The best time to prune most woody plants is during the cold season when they are dormant. If circumstances force you to prune later in the season […]
Three Invasive Species to Avoid When Planning your Garden
Scientific Name: Lythrum salicaria L. Common Name: Purple Loosestrife Family: Lythraceae (Loosestrife) Type of Plant: Herbaceous Perennial Usage: Ornamental Identifying Characteristics: Stems & roots: Stout plant, erect (24-48in); 4 angled […]
Blue Flag Iris
Blue Flag Iris (Native Ontario Wildflower)Other Common Names: American Blue Flag, Dagger Flower, Flag Lily, Larger Blue Flag, Multi-coloured Blue Flag, Poison Flag, Snake Lily, Water FlagFrench Names: Iris versicoloreHabitat: […]
Container Gardening
Container Garden – Patio Planter Even the smallest of spaces can enjoy the beauty of flowers or vegetables in well arranged containers. Container gardening is about more than just filling […]
Erosion Solutions From Heavy Rain
Question: Can you slow water runoff at the top of a slope? Master Gardener Carolyn Langdon advises you to build a small rain garden at the top of your slope. […]
PLANTING GARLIC ‘Here in the Haliburton Highlands’
Keep it simple…follow some basic steps…let them sleep…greet them in the spring! Plant between Thanksgiving and mid-November here in the Highlands Our growing season is not long and therefore by […]