Stephen Westcott-Gratton
The first flowers of spring
Stephen Westcott-Gratton
First flowers of spring: In Stephen Westcott-Gratton's garden in south-central Ontario, minor bulbs of early spring are in flower, as are the hellebores.
Dos and don’ts of dormant oils
Stephen Westcott-Gratton
Dormant oils are useful for treating overwintering eggs of insects. However, not all trees and shrubs tolerate dormant oil.
There’s something about spirea
Stephen Westcott-Gratton
From traditional cultivars to newer, longer — and larger — blooming ones, versatile Japanese spireas (Spiraea japonica cvs.) will work in any garden.
8 plants for dry and shady gardens
Stephen Westcott-Gratton
Gardening in full shade and dry soil is a challenge. Tips on how to cope, with ideas for 8 plants that will survive in dry and shady gardens.
16 plants for soggy soil
Stephen Westcott-Gratton
Don’t let soggy soil bog you down — these 16 perennials don’t mind wet feet and provide a steady succession of blooms as well as attractive foliage.
