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Plants

Do Plants Have Feelings? Here’s What We Know

Many gardeners swear talking to their plants can actually help them grow — we're here to find out if it is in fact true.

Lydia Hrycko

April 26, 2024

A wild field of common yarrow white flowers.

Plants

17 Beautiful Native Canadian Plants to Grow by Province

We’ve rounded up a province-by-province collection of stunning Canadian flora.

Sharon Miki Chan

April 9, 2024

Closeup of white pot with flowering African violet plant on a desk. A sage green scarf and pair of glasses are strewn in the foreground.

Plants

Top 10 Plants That Bloom All Year

If you’re tired of swapping out wilted bouquets for fresh ones each week, flowering plants are a great longer-lasting alternative.

Amanda Roberts

January 18, 2024

Green Living

20 Indoor and Outdoor Plants That Will Flower in the Winter

While many plants prefer to keep their flowers hidden away until spring, there are some that aren’t put off by the cold.

Doug Murray

November 30, 2023

Real Estate

5 Advantages to Buying a Home in the Winter Season

As the cold weather moves in, the temperature isn’t the only thing that’s dropping.

Amber Dowling

October 26, 2023

snake plant in basket against a white wall

Plants

10 Best Tall Indoor Plants for the Look of Lush Luxury

Browse our favourite leafy beauties to find the perfect tall indoor plant for you and your space.

Amanda Roberts

October 17, 2023

Scott McGillivray in the renovated bathroom of the Organic Oasis

Scott's Vacation House Rules

Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni Overhaul an Indoor Greenhouse

Scott and Debra take on their largest project yet — with an indoor greenhouse!

Caleb Waddell

October 12, 2023

Green Living

Signs You’re Overwatering Your Plants (and 5 Signs You...

Discover if you're overwatering (or underwatering) your plants with these tips.

Amanda Roberts

September 26, 2023

DIY

This Kitchen Upcycling Idea is the Best Way to Organize Produce

Transform thrifted file holders into the pantry organization hack of your dreams.

Maca Atencio

September 25, 2023

A variety of garden beds in a a grassy garden

Plants

The Best Fall Vegetables to Plant Before Winter Hits

Growing a veggie garden this fall? Here's what to plant before the first frost hits.

Sharon Miki Chan

September 20, 2023

Grass in field covered in frost with sun gleaming from behind the trees

Outdoors

How to Protect Outdoor Plants and Trees From Frost and Freeze

Here's how to give your plants some much-needed TLC once the cold weather hits.

Doug Murray

September 5, 2023

Plants

The 10 Best Companion Plants for Your Fall Vegetable Garden

Growing specific plants together is the key to achieving a bountiful fall garden.

Sharon Miki Chan

September 1, 2023