Did you know that you don't have to throw away all the fallen leaves in your yard? Leaves are a valuable source of nutrients ...

It might surprise you to know that you actually can compost weeds. Although it sounds problematic, due to the tendency for weeds to spread fast, it is possible to compost weeds effectively so they don ...

With a keen interest in making more eco-choices in the yard, I'm always excited to learn of new organic fertilizers I can feed my plants to boost their growth. That combined with a love for composting ...

Compost tea is nothing more than a large “tea bag” filled with finished compost steeped in water. This colorful compost is ready to be tucked into a bag (a pillowcase will work) to soak in water.

Want to contribute to a better, greener planet, but don’t know how? Your home itself can be a space of conscious change. Every time you pick a handcrafted cushion instead of a synthetic one, or grow ...

Every spring, I empty the enclosures holding “finished” compost and spread that compost over vegetable plots prior to ...

Compost has been dubbed "garden gold." But it is important to do your composting correctly. While it is generally okay to take a laid-back approach to composting, there are a few caveats to keep in ...

At some point in every Canadian summer the lush, green carpet that effortlessly sprung forth in March, degrades into a mass of shriveled, sunburned, blades of grass. So why do we bother with lawns at ...

Knotweed. Giant hogweed. Blessed milk thistle. These are just some of the dreaded plant species the Capital Regional District is trying to eradicate. But if you're cleaning up your yard this spring ...

The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much ...

For gardening enthusiasts, transforming kitchen and garden waste into nutrient-rich compost is a rewarding endeavour. It's an excellent method of recycling, reducing landfill waste and creating a ...