Do your homework before touching invasive Japanese knotweed—or you could make the problem much worse
Japanese knotweed is one of the most frustrating and damaging invasive species in Canada—but many Canadian websites are dispensing advice […]
Tag: gardening
Want to grow native plants but can’t find any? Grow your own using winter sowing!
As part of our Invasive Plant Species Education Project, we urge gardeners to replace invasive plants with native ones. Native […]
City of Sault Ste. Marie has legalized boulevard gardens—here’s why we all should embrace this
It is now legal to plant a boulevard garden in Sault Ste. Marie! Read this Sootoday article for details. A […]
Prevent food waste by donating garden produce responsibly
Got a landslide of lettuce, a torrent of tomatoes, a crush of cucumbers, or a zillion zucchinis? Want to share […]
Using less lawn chemicals can reduce harm to people, pets, and ecosystems
Using chemicals on your lawn may put your health (and the health of those you love) at risk and can […]
Protect natural areas by properly disposing of yard waste
Want to get rid of your leaves, grass clippings, or other plant material RIGHT NOW? We’ve got answers, including where […]
Get mulch from Clean North on May 25
Clean North will give away Christmas tree mulch from 9 am to noon on Saturday, May 25, 2024. The pickup location […]
No Mow May: Helps non-native dandelions; native bees, not so much!
It’s that time of year when well-meaning people start pushing No Mow May. Don’t fall for the hype. This movement […]
Invasive plants cause harm: How gardeners/property owners can help stop them
Check out the Sault/Algoma Grow Me Instead Guide for a list of the most locally concerning invasives as well as […]
Growing native plants: Not as simple as you might think
So you’ve decided you want to grow native plants. Maybe you are getting rid of invasive plant species and are […]