All about Jostaberries

The Jostaberry is a cross between blackcurrant and gooseberry. This is a unique and flavorful fruit that has a great taste, nutritional benefits as well as easy to grow.The Jostaberries are nearly black, glossy fruits, larger than blackcurrents but smaler than gooseberries, typically growing up to 10mm in diameter. They…

RezaMay 31, 2025

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Bee Friendly Garden – How to Create and Where to Buy plants

We recently took part in a landscaping project to help attract bees to a building in Inglewood, a bee friendly garden. To do this, we designed hexagon-shaped planters, resembling honeycombs, and filled them with plants that produce plenty of pollen and nectar. These plants were carefully chosen to support Calgary’s…

RezaMay 31, 2025

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Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Tree and Shrub Planting and Watering Guidelines

No matter how drought tolerant, native or hardy a tree is, all young trees must be watered regularly 1-3 times per week until they become established (2+ years). A standard rule of thumb to use for watering: I gallon per 25mm caliper width i.e.: 50mm tree would require approximately 6…

RezaMay 24, 2025

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Getting Your Yard Ready for Spring 2025

As the snow melts and the days grow longer, it’s time to breathe new life into your outdoor space. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, early spring is the perfect time to prep your garden beds, trim back overgrowth, and give your lawn and perennials a healthy…

RezaApril 12, 2025

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Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Pussy Willow: Everything You Need to Know

The sight of pussy willow branches garnished with velvety soft catkins is a cherished sign of spring that we eagerly anticipate each year. This branch is a perfect addition to any early season transitional planter or arrangement to add some structure, texture, or height. They are also great as a…

RezaMarch 29, 2025

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Tree Selection, Ultimate Guide to Select Best Trees

Before heading to the nursery there are few steps to take before starting your tree shopping. These steps will ensure that your new tree gets the best start possible. When your tree is in the proper place it can provide the perfect blend of shade and beauty in your yard.Observe…

KimJanuary 28, 2025

Swedish Columnar Aspen Trees in Fall in Alberta

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

End of Summer Questions Answered

We have assemble some of the most common end of summer questions posed to our team of experts in one place for you to get all the answers.

OliverAugust 23, 2023

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Planting Caliper Trees

Most of our caliper (basketed or B&B) trees are grown in metal nursery baskets. These trees should always be moved by the basket and NOT the trunk. Here are some tips on proper planting of your basketed tree: Select proper location for your tree. Ensure utilities are marked and site…

CountrysideJune 7, 2022

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

How to Water Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs

Trees and shrubs may not survive transplant shock due to receiving either too much or not enough water. Here are our best tips on proper watering techniques. Ensure your plant is not moisture stressed at time of planting. Water a few hours before planting, then at planting time and thoroughly…

CountrysideJune 7, 2022

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Winter Tree Pruning Tips

Winter is an ideal time to gain control of unruly or misshapen trees and shrubs in your yard. Deciduous plants have dropped their foliage revealing the true form of the specimen. Sap movement has slowed down keeping the project spick and span. Winter pruning will stimulate plants to grow faster…

CountrysideJanuary 10, 2022

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning and preparing planting beds; Before all the plants leaf out, it is the best time to clear away all the dead debris from the base of perennial plants, grasses and shrubs. Grasses should be trimmed back to 4-6 inches from the ground and summer flowering shrubs should also…

CountrysideApril 29, 2019

Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Fertilizer Explained

What do all those numbers mean? Fertilizer explained. Like us, plants require a nutritious diet to grow properly. What we put in the ground for our plants is comparable to what we put in our own bellies. When a nutrient is lacking, we will often see our plants calling for…

CountrysideApril 11, 2019

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Top Weed Prevention Tips

Your garden is flourishing, the plants are growing tall and strong, and your lawn has never been so lush. Unfortunately, the weeds seem to be thriving as well. Unlike potted plants and seeds, weeds are resilient and suited to harsh conditions caused by intense heat and dry soil. Taking the time…

CountrysideJuly 31, 2018

Local Gardening & Climate Insights Tree and Plant Care Tips & Tricks

Early May Gardening Tips

1) Clean up plant debris from over the winter. Rake up old leaves, branches and trim off dead branches and old flowers from roses and perennials. Now is a good time to thin out overgrown shrubs such as potentilla or spirea and let the new growth take over. Thin out…

CountrysideApril 30, 2018

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How to choose a reputable landscaper?

Written By Glen Hubick Let’s face it, there are a lot of landscapers out there. How to choose the right one is a tough decision. Is it price, personality, word of mouth, reputation? Most landscapers have an reasonable understanding of texture and structural elements in a yard. Knowing how to…

CountrysideApril 30, 2018

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All about Jostaberries

Bee Friendly Garden – How to Create and Where to Buy plants

Tree and Shrub Planting and Watering Guidelines

Getting Your Yard Ready for Spring 2025

Pussy Willow: Everything You Need to Know

Tree Selection, Ultimate Guide to Select Best Trees

End of Summer Questions Answered

Planting Caliper Trees

How to Water Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs

Winter Tree Pruning Tips

Spring Cleaning

Fertilizer Explained

Top Weed Prevention Tips

Early May Gardening Tips

How to choose a reputable landscaper?

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