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Lisa from Owl Grove Roses

Posted on June 20, 2023 by admin

Lisa, our June speaker and the founder of Owl Grove Roses in Brighton, spoke about her foray into the world of horticulture as a child, carrying on the tradition of her great grandparents.  Previous to purchasing her 1855 heritage home … Continue reading →

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Creeping Bell Flower

Posted on June 19, 2023 by admin

Creeping Bellflower,  Campanula rapunculoides, has because of its aggressive nature, been classified as an invasive species. Creeping bellflower produces an abundance of seeds, (upwards of 15,000 per plant), which are then easily distributed by insects and gentle breezes. It also … Continue reading →

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How to Grow Peonies for Cut Flowers

Posted on May 15, 2023 by admin

I recently attended a Canadian Peony Society Zoom seminar “How to Grow Peonies for Cut Flowers”. The presenter was Piet Wiersta of the Oregon Perennial Company; a large scale grower of perennials. Most of their peonies are grown for the … Continue reading →

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Ed Reekie

Posted on May 15, 2023 by admin

For 26 years, Ed lived and gardened in the Annapolis Valley area of Atlantic Canada.  Four years ago he relocated (along with 1200 rhodo plants!) to the Brighton area, a far different climate with new challenges. Ed promotes rhododendrons for … Continue reading →

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Dahlias – Queen of the Garden

Posted on March 30, 2023 by admin

WHEN/ WHERE TO PLANT DAHLIA TUBERS Dahlias are beautiful flowers to have in your garden, but in Ontario they take a bit more work due to our cold winter climate. They need to be planted in early spring and dug … Continue reading →

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Designing a Native Plant Garden

Posted on March 13, 2023 by admin

Designing A Native Plant Garden Some people will avoid planting a native wild garden for fear that it will eventually become a mass of unsightly weeds. There are a few design ideas that can help prevent that and help you … Continue reading →

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