Oxalis are grown for their shamrock-shaped foliage and dainty little tubular flowers that fold up on cloudy days and at night. They’re easy to grow indoors or out, making them ideal for borders or rock gardens, containers and hanging baskets outdoors, or as houseplants year round. The genus Oxalis comprises about 500 species of annuals and perennials, mainly from southern … [Read more...] about Growing oxalis indoors and out
Public greenhouses where you can get your plant fix
Stepping into warm public greenhouses filled with bright blooms and towering tropical trees on a cold winter’s day can cheer up anyone, especially housebound gardeners. Here’s a list of several indoor gardens, greenhouses and conservatories across Canada open to the public. Call or visit their websites for hours and possible entry fees. Victoria Butterfly Gardens 1461 … [Read more...] about Public greenhouses where you can get your plant fix
Sharing the harvest
If you have garden space to spare or a fruit tree that produces more apples, pears or plums than you can use, there may be an organization near you eager to plant vegetables in that space or pick that fruit to distribute or sell in your community. Connecting locally grown food with people in the community is the goal of these groups, all dedicated to making the most of urban … [Read more...] about Sharing the harvest
