To my delight, newspaper pots are becoming a trendy new way to garden. Why am I so delighted? Because they are a sustainable way to garden! So many of us get flyers in the mail, on our doorstep or even in the lobby of buildings. Instead of seeing them go to recycling, we can turn these into valuable pots, perfect for seed starting.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Oyster mushrooms are delicious, easy to grow and grow quickly (in under 3 weeks!). A few years ago oyster mushrooms were really difficult to get, but have made a big splash in the food scene. The only problem? They're expensive! 1lb of oyster mushrooms can run you $20, and as is typical of mushrooms, once they're cooked they don't turn into much. So what's the best way to enjoy mushrooms and save money? Grow your own!| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Broad beans are an underrated garden vegetable here in Canada. I don't know many people who grow them but they are the perfect addition to any garden. You may have heard broad beans called faba beans or fava beans - what's the difference? There isn't one! It's time we take note from other countries around the world and add broad beans to our gardens!| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
There are a few simple reasons why collecting rainwater is a good idea. Rainwater contains nutrients and minerals that you won't find in your city water. When you water your garden with rain water you're giving your plants an extra boost. It also saves you money over the season since it's free! Finally, it's more eco-friendly, and can be a reliable resource.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Cucumber beetles are the nemesis of many gardeners. These flying beetles come in masses, take over cucumber plants, and without proper management, they will stop you from getting any harvests at all! There are two different types of cucumber beetles; the spotted cucumber beetle and the striped cucumber beetle. Here in Canada the most common is the striped cucumber beetle. These beetles are attracted to cucurbits, and eat the leaves, stems and flowers of plants.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
