Whenever I’m planning a new garden, no matter what mood I’m trying to create, I always include some purple plants. I look for a variety of purple flowering plants including purple flowering bushes, ...

The features of this fabulous, delicate purplish flower enable it to attract a bounty of feathered critters and pollinators.

Spring is here, so we had to compile a list of baby names inspired by flowers. Not only are these names sweet, but some are ...

Check the mature heights and widths so you can arrange and space them properly. Most perennial flowers grow best with at least a half day of full sun. For shadier areas choose shade tolerant varieties ...

This is a good time to check your houseplants for pests and some trees and shrubs are ready for pruning. See what else you can do while waiting to get into the garden.

Incorporating native wildflowers into your garden has many benefits. Native wildflowers are well adapted to Calgary’s climate ...

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging residents to plant a variety of native plants in their gardens to support local pollinators. By se ...

Can you tell me what these flies are? They were on a wall in the garden. Are they some sort of stonefly? Albert Mason, ...

YardSmart perennials are beautiful, able to grow well in Calgary and good for the environment. YardSmart plants will need additional water for the first two years. After they are established, you can ...

The next time you peel a fruit or vegetable and head to the bin, think twice, you might be throwing away the most nutritious ...