The month of July has come to an end and most gardens are now looking phenomenal. Spring plants are finishing their blooms, while Summer flowers are just beginning. Weeds are trying their absolute best to grow and go to seed...
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In our urban landscapes we try to create our own version of utopia, a little piece of nature that we mould to our liking. We make decisions that please our eye, protect our privacy, and cool our patios. We wish...
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This week on Garden Radio, Ken chats with Donna Balzer, horticulturist, speaker and author of “The Three Year Gardener’s Gratitude Journal”. Listen live or in replay to our chat about growing potatoes in root pouches and the benefits of Biochar....
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Kasugai Gardens is located off Queensway Boulevard east of City Hall in downtown Kelowna. The walls surrounding the garden create a tranquil environment which features many traditional elements of a Japanese garden. Stone lanterns, stunning ornamental pine trees, a waterfall...
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This hot topic is one that really gets people excited. There are those among us who have developed a taste for the incredible rush of Capsicum, these people seem to have tongues of steel and a constitution to match. This...
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Onions are a staple in our household, it seems we use them in everything. Even though they are normally quite inexpensive I still prefer to know exactly where they came from, which is why I always try to grow as...
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Many plants love to grow when conditions are cool to moderately cold. These plants have it built into their systems to germinate as early as possible in order to get a head start on the competition. There are many vegetable...
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To read more from Ken about cooperating with Mother Nature for a healthier, happier garden click here to go to the KelownaNow article....
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Sunday, March 10th 10:00 – 3:00 Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way, Kelowna, BC Entrance fee for adults is $2, children are free Activities for the day: Free children’s workshops and Free gardening workshops, all day. We are thrilled to...
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It’s the middle of February which means that it’s prime fruit tree pruning season. But before you dive in, there are a few important steps that you should take. Always start by removing leftover fruit from last season. Keep lower...
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