Six Native Plants to Incorporate Into Your Landscape in 2025
It’s the new year, and if you are like us Haliburton County Master Gardeners, these -20℃ nights lately have us dreaming of spring. And even though the ground is frozen […]
Plants and Deer
White tail deer are common in the Highlands; we are living in their preferred habitat of mixed forest with open meadows. We all love to see these exquisite creatures until […]
Deterring Canada Geese
Did you know that the Canada goose is not native to the Haliburton region? Historically their nesting grounds were limited to the Arctic tundra, to the Western Prairies and to […]
Gardening in the Highlands
As many northern gardeners will agree there are challenges to gardening in the highlands. The impulse to keep trying speaks to the doggedness and persistence of the type of character […]
Invasive Species
A species is considered invasive if it has been introduced into the environment where it is not native and that has since become a nuisance through rapid spread, often to […]
By-laws to Protect Native Vegetation
Before you take any serious site alteration to your property it’s important to consult your township and/or county office for guidance. If you see activity on a neighboring property that […]
Aquatic Plants of the Near Shoreline and Wetlands
If you have the good fortune to live close to a marsh you will be able to observe the comings and goings of the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet. […]
Natural Landscaping Solutions
Plants have roots.They have roots that intertwine, roots that mat together, roots that penetrate deeply and anchor around rocks, roots that prevent soil from washing away. Nature has done a […]
Shoreline Restoration
The ribbon of land between the lake and cottage has undergone monumental changes since lake development began. Many cottage owners removed the natural vegetation at the shoreline in an attempt […]
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: […]