Year of the Soil in Review

To kick off 2016, we are introducing a new Web Feature called Sidebar Feature.  This feature, on the right, will contain in depth information on a topic.  Our first feature for 2016 is on

the United Nations International Year of the Soil (2015) in review.  We have collected many of the excellent graphics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), videos and an interesting and informative Quiz about soil.  Click/tap our new Sidebar feature to navigate the flyout.  Have a look and let us know what you think.

Edible Garden Newsletter January 2016

Why should I start plants indoors?  How do I start plants indoors?  When I started my own tomatoes, they were tall and spindly and flopped around.  In this month's Newsletter, we cover the why's and how's of growing your own transplants.  Also, we have an article from a gardener who grows the best tomato plants that are always the first to sell out at our annual Plant Sale.  Read more

How to Grow an Indoor Herb Garden

A windowsill Herb Garden is an excellent way to beautify your home and save money in the kitchen, Infographic has created this excellent graphic and cheat sheet to help you grow herbs indoors and out.  Read More

Edible Garden Newsletter December 2015

It is December.  Gardening season is so far away.  What is a gardener to do?  Get ready to start your seedlings indoors.  This month we focus on what you need to grow your own seedlings, Read more

Edible Garden Newsletter November 2015

Do you want to grow your own edibles but you do not have enough full sun?  This issue of the Edible Garden Newsletter features "Shad-ibles" or Edibles that grow in less than full sun.  Many gardeners compost all summer long but give it up when winter rolls around.  Find out how you can keep producing your black gold all year long.  Read more

Plant your Garlic Now!

October is Garlic Planting month.  I typically plant my garlic on the full moon in October but this year the full moon is late so do it now while the weather is nice.  We are republishing the October 2014 Edible Garden Newsletter to remind you how to plant your garlic so you can reap the rewards late next summer.  Read more

Edible Garden Newsletter October 2015

Now that it is fall it is time start to think of the next gardening season.  It is a terrific time to start a new Edible Garden so you will be ready to plant come spring.  In this issue of the Edible Garden Newsletter, we discuss how to locate the best site on your property to plant edibles and the different alternatives to changing your garden location from turf to a spot where your garden will thrive.  Finally, an introduction to the Big Wigs in our garden, the Earwig. Read more.

Insects in Your Garden Technical Update

Who is eating my plants?  What can I do about it?  How can I attract beneficial insects to my garden?  If these questions have been running through your mind, join us for an all day information session on Saturday October 3 in Carleton Place.  This day is brought to you by the Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton and Lanark County at the low cost of $30 ($35 after September 20) and includes your lunch, coffee, muffin and snacks.  To get the low price send an email before September 21 to register More Information.  Speakers bios and topics.  Registration Form.

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