We have a wonderful history of apples here in Leaside thanks to John Lea and his son William, who dedicated most of their farmland to apple orchards. Not just any apple either, but the Northern …more
Since my August column in Leaside Life, Container Gardening- Growing up to cool us down!, I asked a few friends with condos in Leaside why so many balconies are empty. Their response? “It’s too windy, …more
The Leaside Garden Society, now in its 31st year, has been busy. In June, a band of nine volunteers from the society spread out through Leaside and Bennington Heights looking for front gardens with a …more
Of all the gardening I do, I think container gardening is my favourite. The fact that a plant can live in a container above ground means that life and beauty can be almost anywhere. They …more
The Norway maples were specifically chosen by our street planners because of their ability to thrive. These trees could take compacted soil, pollution, and produce a quick canopy for our streets. That must have seemed …more
Leaside has been fortunate to have in its history a series of events where each change of hands made a positive difference in embracing our rich nature. John Lea knew it with his farmland in …more
“I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” — Maya Angelou Ah springtime! No other season stirs my imagination with such hope and anticipation. Each day …more
Donna LePan is the kind of person who is quick to lend a helping hand – or should I say trowel. An avid gardener, the septuagenarian retired school teacher who has lived in Leaside since …more
To celebrate Canada’s upcoming 150th anniversary, Leaside Life and Veseys (Canada’s bulb company) are holding a contest. We are inviting Leaside gardeners to share your gardens and your stories – and you could win a …more
Buckingham Palace has taken note of the good work done by the Leaside Garden Society. Congratulatory greetings from Her Majesty the Queen, along with messages from Governor General David Johnston, Justin Trudeau, Premier Kathleen Wynne, …more
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