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Tag Archives: Spring planting

Young maple leaves in springtime.

Spring planting cues from crocuses, dandelions and maple leaves

Don’t you just love the instructions on your packet of seeds–”Plant outdoors after all danger of frost”. Right. Where’s that crystal ball when you need it? In Canada, the tradition has been to wait until Victoria Day weekend when warm temps are finally, thankfully guaranteed. But, with our wonky weather these days, patience can run…

April 3, 2017 in Natural wonders.
Annika lily, The Lily Nook

Hot lilies, hold the mustard

Lilies are the glamazons of the flower world. But have you ever got up-close and personal with a gorgeous lily, taken a good whiff of that heady scent and then backed away only to have a friend say you look like you just gorfed down a ballpark dog and got mustard all over your face…

March 28, 2014 in Plant stars: Sun to Part Shade, Shop smart for spring planting.

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Hi! I'm Crys Stewart. I'm a garden enthusiast, organic horticulture specialist and columnist. But mostly I like to grow stuff, visit other gardens, try to get to know plants and wildlife a little better and then take photos and write about it all. I hope you enjoy these posts and let me know what you think.

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