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For your convience we also have listing under Garden Clubs, Garden Supplies, Landscaping, Nurseries & Stores. Looking for a Garden setting to hold an activity or event visit our Gardens & Facilities section. Our Fruit & Vegetables will help you to find fresh BC produce. |
Visit our Articles page featuring Brian minter of Minter Gardens contains information, tips and how-tos to make your gardening experience rewarding
This Month's Featured Articles:
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Bradner Community Club presents the
82nd Bradner Flower and Garden Show |
April 9, 10 and 11, 2010
Bradner Community Hall
5305 Bradner Rd.
Abbotsford BC
Information: 604-626-4222 or 604-856-8441
www.bradnerhall.ca ... Read More Click Here |
Pruning Fruit Trees |
You really don't have to be an expert to prune fruit trees! All it takes is a little common sense and a few helpful hints. As a rule of thumb, I place fruit trees in three different pruning categories: the 'open centre', the 'central leader' and the 'espalier' form. Apples, pears and plums should have their centres opened up to allow more sun and air to penetrate. This technique is called 'open-vase' pruning, and it allows fruit to develop on the inside of the tree, on the tips and on the outward growing branches. For this type of pruning, simply choose to retain three to five dominate branches radiating out from the main stem. These branches should be five or six feet off the ground, allowing you to comfortably walk or work under the tree without hitting your head. Once you have determined which branches you are going to keep, cut out any other branches left in the centre, as well as any inward ... Read More Click Here |
| Other Featured Articles |
Feeding birds |
Sustainability good for Mother Earth |
Some special plants for winter gardens |
Dormant Spraying |
Christmas Cactus |
Winter not so bleak with heathers |
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Free Invasive Plant Presentation
In cooperation with the Regional District of North Okanagan, the Invasive Plant Council has developed an invasive plant presentation, to increase awareness of invasive plants in our region, including escaped ornamentals. Many resources are available such as "Grow Me Instead, and "Beautiful in your garden but be aware".
This 20-30 minutes presentation is available from Feb 1- March 31 only. If your group is interested, please contact me at 250-309-6745, or email at outreachOK2@invasiveplantcouncilbc.ca
Visit our Home and Garden Video Library for Tip and resources for improving your Garden.
Lastest Videos
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Maintaining Curb Appeal — Naturally |
Weeds are sprouting up on lawns and between walkways. Pests are taking bites out of herbs, vegetables, and flowers. Have a pest-free garden and weed-free lawn and walkway with these earth-friendly tips. |
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Growing a Sustainable Garden |
The EcoGarden is designed to give back to nature and show people how easy it is to go green in their own backyard. All you need to remember is to plant, feed and protect to grow your own sustainable garden. |
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Save with a Green Garden |
Mark Cullen offers cost-effective solutions for maintaining a beautiful garden and lawn. |
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You too can have a Green Thumb |
Garden tips for radiant flowers and lush green lawns. |
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Create the Perfect Flower Pot |
Creating beautiful flower pots that last through the whole season can be tricky. When planting potted gardens always remember to use the right type of soil and not to over-water. Container gardens need light weight potting mixes that retain moisture and allow the roots to grow in order to keep the plants healthy all season long. |
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