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Wild Raspberries

May 11, 2022

Question Our property has very large patches of raspberries. What is the best way to stop the raspberries from spreading further into the garden and woods? Answer First we would […]

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Jakmanii Clematis

May 9, 2022

Over the winter the vine for my Clematis (Jakmanii, I believe) got overloaded with snow and the weight of the snow pulled it off the trellis. Should I clip everything […]

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Hibiscus

April 15, 2022

Hello!! I have several ‘late blooming’ perennials – but especially Hibiscus moscheutos “swamp Mallows” – which are in their third or fourth year here – root hardy and which grow […]

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I am moving from Toronto to the Haliburton Highlands. I would like some suggestions on bringing some of my plants that I love with me.

March 31, 2022

It would be best if you know if your plant will grow in zone 4. Toronto has a much warmer climate (zone 6). There is also location considerations. Does it […]

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Can I use seeds that I have saved from previous years?

March 31, 2022

Yes some seeds are still able to germinate especially if you have stored them in a dry, not too cold and dark place. Some seeds may have to be renewed […]

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What are some good plants for the Zone 4 shade garden?

February 15, 2022

Dark Shade: Hosta’s, bergenia, ferns, pulmonaria, Ligularia, Japanese painted ferns, heart leaf brunnera, rose turtlehead (chelone-this will take dense shade and very acidic soil if kept moist), cimicifuga ramose (bugbane-will […]

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How do I grow Asparagus in Haliburton County?

February 15, 2022

Asparagus needs a sunny spot and slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 – 6.7 which is common in the county. They are a medium heavy feeder liking high […]

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How can I keep slugs from eating my hostas?

February 15, 2022

There are a number of methods gardeners use to keep their hostas free from slugs. Like deer proofing your garden, some methods seem to work and others do not. Good […]

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How do I fight lawn weeds using Corn Meal Gluten?

February 15, 2022

Ideally, you should apply Corn Meal Gluten three times a year, but the spring and fall applications are the most important. Fall application prevents weed root systems from establishing before […]

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Foxgloves (Digitalis) are poisonous, should we remove them from our garden? Do deer eat them?

February 15, 2022

We would not remove them. Foxgloves are poisonous but no more so than many other common perennials. (eg: daffodils, delphinium, larkspur, lily of the valley…) Deer are too smart and […]

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