You know summer is progressing along nicely because you’ve been spending more time outside on non-gardening duties (have you bought your garden hammock?). We don’t always have the greatest weather each year, but this month is the first you’ve seen the sun regularly for a long time and it feels …

Summer has finally arrived and it’s time to celebrate in your garden gazebo. Your garden will be bursting with life, the sky will stay bright long into the night, and this month even gives us the longest day of the year. Unfortunately it’s hard to celebrate for too long, because …

It feels like summer is just around the corner, and if you look hard enough you can see it too. All those bulbs have suddenly disappeared and parts of your garden are starting to liven up. It’s now time to get your head down and dive back into work, especially …

Spring is finally here and you’ll be able to see it when you look outside your window. We might still have a few bad days in store, but the daffodils and flowering trees are really starting to bloom rather nicely. In between all the rain showers the sun will begin …

The weather won’t be perfect in March, but it will be a lot better than anything you’ve experienced so far this year. Spring usually hits around the middle of the month, so you’ve got something to look forward to. Those sunny days gardening in March are going to be fun, …

The worst of the weather is behind us for another year, and you’ll even be able to see a hint of spring hiding around the corner. The lighter days are going to get longer as the month goes on, the temperature is gradually improving, and the wildlife will even begin …

Cucumbers are amazingly easy to grow, and there are so many different varieties that adding an assortment of these hardy plants to your garden or greenhouse can bring lots of nutrition, flavour and enjoyment to your mealtimes. Many types of cucumbers can be harvested on an ongoing basis throughout the …

Hopefully you enjoyed the holiday season last month, but it’s not going to be so nice when you step into the garden. After all, January is known for being the most vicious month of the year as far as the weather is concerned. It’s still going to be ice cold, …

Having a well manicured lawn can take a lot of work, but it’s worth it. A good lawn improves your home’s curb appeal and actually increases the value of your property. It also makes your garden space more inviting, useful and enjoyable for you. A well maintained lawn reduces the …

By now you’re probably beginning to wake up to heavy rain and strong winds more often than not. It will also be frosty, so there will be a thin layer of ice lying outside when you look out the window. It lasts longer than normal due to the sun only …