In 2020, I decided to grow one of the most challenging vegetables to start from seed, especially in a northern climate like where I live in Zone 3: the luffa sponge. From what I can tell from my research, it’s pretty challenging to grow in any zone from 6 and
Are you dreaming of a backyard orchard or food forest but think that because you’re in Zone 2 or Zone 3 you’re restricted to crab apples? Absolutely not! There are 28 hardy perennial fruits you can grow that are perfect for a cold climate and short growing season. I’ve done my
Are you a beginner gardener with no idea where to buy your seeds? I’ve taken the time to compile a curated list of the places I’ve personally shopped, explored, and been recommended by trusted readers. Whether you’re looking for flowers or vegetables, heirloom seeds, organic seeds, wildflower seeds for your
You’ve been stalking your favourite flower growers on Instagram and you’ve decided that it’s finally time to take the plunge. You’re going to grow your own backyard cut flower garden. But where do you get annual cut flower seeds? The ones in the big box stores and garden centres are
The dream: loads of eucalyptus that you lovingly grew from seed adorning your flower arrangements and wreaths. The reality? Fighting other cut flower growers for seeds the minute a seed company updates its listings, struggling with poor germination and long growing times, then barely getting any eucalyptus to show for
Lisianthus has a reputation for being a hard-to-grow, [email protected]#$% (excuse my French). And you know what? This flower lives up to its reputation. However, it’s not as impossible to grow Lisianthus as some people might have you believe. The key thing is timing. If you live in Zone 3, and
It’s cold out. We can’t do a lot of gardening or outdoor activities, so it’s the perfect time to dust off those homesteading skills and prep some noodles for the coming year. If you live in a dry, prairie climate like I do in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, winter is the ideal
Are you a wannabe flower farmer who has long dreamt of making a profit from your cut flower garden? Have you often thought about building a flower farming business from the dirt up, but you’re not quite sure where to start? It’s not as difficult as you’d think to start
Who doesn’t love perennials that bloom for a long period of time? Those flowers with long-lasting colours that are sure to wow the neighbours and cause an extra spark of happiness each time you walk up to your door? I’m sure I’m not alone in this obsession. These are the
Everyone wants a front yard that is beautifully landscaped and low-maintenance. At least, everyone I talk to does. They want an entrance that turns heads and a front yard that makes neighbours ask “How did she do that?” and “How can I do that?” If you’re dreaming of creating a
Hi, I’m Kristen and I help new gardeners learn to grow their own vegetables and beautify their yards. I also share recipes that use all those delicious garden produce. Grab a coffee (and your gardening gloves) and join me for gardening tips, simple recipes, and the occasional DIY, all from the lovely city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
