How to Support Native Bee Populations: 6 Tips
Native bees in Canada and North America are facing major hurdles, from loss of habitat, to climate change, to the competition against honey bees.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Native bees in Canada and North America are facing major hurdles, from loss of habitat, to climate change, to the competition against honey bees.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
The housing market has become so expensive that many people can't afford to buy a home. Which means that if you can't buy, you rent. And many people believe that when they rent a place they can't grow a garden. But I'm here to tell you that it's possible to garden even if you rent your home, whether it's an apartment, townhouse or home.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Animals in the garden can feel like a total disaster, or at least a major nuisance. In today's article I'm going to show you 5 ways that you can redirect these common garden visitors away from your plants and towards things that they can be eating or using, in order to limit your gardens damage.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
It's impossible to not see a garden with a metal raised bed these days. They're everywhere and it seems like everyone has one. But just because you see them everywhere doesn't meant that they're right for you.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
Renting a garden plot is an easy way to start a garden. Whether you're expanding on top of the space you already have, or you're starting your first garden - a plot or allotment is a wonderful idea.| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
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If you read the news or live in Calgary, than you are probably already aware of the water main break that happened on June 5th, 2024. If not, here is a quick recap of what has happened. A major water main in Calgary that provides 60% of the cities drinking…| Gardening Advice Canada | Urban Gardening Canada
As the weather gets hotter and rain becomes more erratic, many places are seeing droughts and dry spells that are leading to an increased risk in forest fires. Or worse, many places now have a "fire season" that once didn't exist. Many people have lost their homes in uncontrolled wildfires, and when a fire gets out of control, there isn't much that can be done by you. However, knowing if you live in an area that is at risk of seasonal fires, it is possible to work towards a more fire-resistan...| 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
