vegetable gardening
Pink wands of early spirea
Spireas are generally bulletproof shrubs, easily found at most garden centres. Many of us are familiar with the ubiquitous bridal wreath variety (Spiraea x vanhouttei), blooming in early June. New cultivars of Japanese spirea (S. japonica) are popular, too.
Enjoy a virtual tour of famous gardens
Visits to public gardens won’t possible for several weeks because of closures due to the pandemic, but some gardens have created special virtual tours to help us keep in touch with these beautiful treasures. We take inspiration from them, discover new plants and techniques, and enjoy the camaraderie of being with like-minded friends who might be with us.
A boost for vegetable gardening
Now is a good time to revisit the concept of Victory Gardens, the vegetable plots planted in Canada during the Second World War to provide fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as demonstrate patriotism and solidarity. We could do with some solidarity.
Niki Jabbour’s Veggie Garden Remix says, “Try this!”
Niki Jabbour's new book, Veggie Garden Remix, encourages gardeners to try "238 New Plants to Shake Up Your Garden and Add Variety, Flavor, and Fun."
