Autumn garden maintenance09.09.08

It’s only September, but it feels like both autumn and winter are fast approaching. If the weathermen are correct we are in for an early winter this year. How depressing is that?

Here in Toronto the days and evenings are already getting cooler. I know we still might get some nice warm weather, but as [...]



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Japanese Beetles damaging the garden08.09.08

I always thought that Japanese beetle infestations were at their worst in July. Why then, are they suddenly attacking some of my roses in August?
I’ve luckily never had too much trouble with Japanese beetles. Only a few here and there each year, whereas I hear from some gardeners that their roses and other [...]



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Plan your yard construction now02.18.07

Have you ever thought of building a pond in your garden? I say building when most would say creating. In reality I suppose it’s a bit of both isn’t it?

We’ve always wanted to have a small pond but our yard is so small, and now so full of garden beds that we really don’t [...]



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