
The buzzy month of June just got buzzier!
I think June is the best month of the year. It’s when the end of spring greets the beginning of summer and when the days grow longer and warmer. It’s when scented blooms (think lilacs, …more
I think June is the best month of the year. It’s when the end of spring greets the beginning of summer and when the days grow longer and warmer. It’s when scented blooms (think lilacs, …more
“We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Native American proverb Though I’ve used this quote once before, it’s so profound I feel it’s worth repeating. Our First …more
It’s April and that means the beginning of dandelion season. Depending on how you feel about this plant, the sight of dandelions will either fill you will joy or drive you absolutely crazy. Any day …more
If you haven’t heard of the Year of the Garden yet, let me tell you now, this celebration is a big deal and the first event of its kind in the world! It all started …more
Every gardener I know, started this growing season with a lot more hope than last year but with the same questions in mind. Will we have access to supplies? Could we get another heatwave and …more
Balcony and rooftop gardens can play a major role in helping to restore our lack of natural biodiversity, support our pollinators and increase our tree canopy. So why are there so many empty balconies in …more
Ever think about joining a garden club? The aim of a garden club is to inspire the love of gardening, share knowledge and promote responsible ecological care of the environment. But if you became one …more
Balconies have proven to be essential spaces for condo and apartment dwellers, especially during the pandemic. Whether big or small, these outdoor extensions provide a safe space to connect to the outside world, a place …more
We’ve learned some important lessons going through this pandemic and a big one for Leasiders, was to realize how essential our greenspaces are to us. Be it from our own gardens, a local park or …more
Spring is just around the corner and every Leaside gardener I know is itching to dig in. But this year, let’s take a quick look back first. …more
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