Royal Crown Amur Maple: The King of Autumn
One of the most widely known Canadian symbols is the red maple leaf. It’s in our natio...
Petunias: A Classic
When you think of a Petunia, what do you think of? For me I think of bursts of colour,...
Siberian Variegated Dogwood: A Plant for Shady Situations
Helping customers pick out plants for different areas of their yards is a big part of ...
Thunbergia: Black-Eyed Beauty
Though here in Manitoba we ogle over the beauty of the Thunbergia vine, in other parts...
Summertime! Planting Time?
A very commonly asked question of us is "When is the best time to plant?"
Karl Foerster: The Grass and His Story
Karl Foerster Grass has become a staple of our landscapes. Whether as a centrepiece in...
Mulch
I recently added a fresh layer of wood-chip mulch to the shrub beds in my yard. Honest...
Miss Kim Lilac: Her Name is Kim
I like to think that there are only two kinds of lilacs; the kind that spread, and the kind that don’t. Lilacs can la...
Geraniums: Antique or Treasure?
Geraniums, such a classic! With their iconic looking leaf and unforgettable scent, geraniums have always proved to be...