Traditional Indigenous plant medicines are plants that grow locally, also known as native plants. They grow in specific ...

While some pollinator insects like bees, wasps, and hornets can sting, most are beneficial and harmless including the over ...

As home gardeners become more educated about the benefits of native plants (supporting native insects , birds and wildlife, ...

Invasive plants aren’t always thick weeds or tall grasses, plant experts say, but can be the colourful flowers and luscious ...

Since the spring, David Steele has been coming to the park three to four times a week with a handful of volunteers to remove ...

“Butterfly milkweed has showy clusters of vibrant red to orange, tubular blooms attract a wide variety of pollinators, ...

Hydrangeas can be gorgeous, but they also require some significant care and attention. If you want pretty flowers without the ...

David Steele is leading a group of volunteers that removes invasive species from a beloved local park in Wolfville, N.S.

In the fall when flowers are more scarce, pollinators will be especially happy to find these nectar- and pollen-rich flowers ...

Battle infestations of aphids, stink bugs, and other garden pests the natural way—with more bugs! Here’s how to welcome the ...

If your garden is full of sun, many great shrubs will love it, producing fabulous flowers and interesting berries. If you’re ...