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The Art of Flower Arranging
A dear friend recently cheered me up by leaving tulips at my door. Thank goodness she didn’t see what became...
The Ever-Changing Terrace
PHOTOGRAPHY: BRANDON BARRÉSTYLING: LISA AIKEN Since founding Terra Firma Design in 2001, Toronto interior/exterior designer Lisa Aiken has made a...
A Grande Dame is Back in Her Element
PHOTOGRAPHY: JEAN BLAIS Once upon a time (1847), high on the slopes of Westmount, a unique house was built: a...
Armchair Garden Tours
Garden enthusiasts can discover the beautiful spaces of a 19th century New York State city in a whole new way. Every...
Birds, Bees, Bats and Butterflies
Colourful backyard plants have more advantages than just aesthetic appeal. They also foster a balanced ecosystem by attracting pollinators. According...
In An English Garden
PHOTOGRAPHY: GLENNA PARTRIDGEThe Small Yard was a natural fit for an English cottage garden. It backed directly onto a protected...
Smoothly Flowing Energy In The Garden
With the arrival of warm weather, Canadians turn their gaze outward to focus on their gardens and outdoor rooms. If...
Celebrate Spring by Creating Seed Bombs
It’s spring, so I’m celebrating by making seed bombs. A fun DIY activity for the whole family, creating seed bombs...
Righting The Lay Of The Land
PHOTOGRAPHY: ANGUS MCRITCHIE A 50-Acre Property Near Knowlton, in Quebec’s Eastern Townships region, already provided its owners with unparalleled views...
Greenhouse in a bin
Gardeners are discovering that clear household storage bins can be used as mini-greenhouses in which to start seedings. By absorbing...