Did you know that our spring garden cleanup practices have a profound impact, either positively or negatively, on pollinators and, by extension, the birds who live in our gardens? This article will discuss ways to gently tidy with the goal of supporting pollinators, fireflies and birds. Rather than raking leaves and sending them to the […]
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On January 17th Master Gardener Michele Melady Young and Maitland Trail Association members Kathleen Lush, Colleen McGregor and Karin Hoernig presented a Winter Sowing and Seed Sitting Workshop at Lakeshore United Church, Goderich. Two groups of enthusiastic participants learned why native plants are important and why winter sowing is an effective and inexpensive way to
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A pollinator habitat must meet the needs of pollinators, including food, shelter, water and nesting sites. Most of the native pollinator habitat in urban areas in southern Ontario has been taken over by buildings, roads and agriculture. Pollinators struggle to find suitable habitat, shelter and food, resulting in a significant decline in pollinator numbers over
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Mosquito fogging has many drawbacks. The chemicals used can irritate the respiratory system and may cause other health issues, particularly for those with asthma. Fogging can harm beneficial insects like bees and butterflies, disrupt ecosystems, and potentially contribute to pesticide resistance in mosquito populations. Mosquito bait buckets are an environmentally friendly solution. Creating a DIY mosquito
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No Mow May is an initiative that was first popularized in the UK and is now widely participated in throughout North America. It urges people to let their lawns grow freely for a month, supposedly to feed early emerging insects, particularly bees. It also serves as an excuse for lazy folks not to bother mowing
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Although it’s cold and blustery outside, by now the avid gardeners amongst us have already received our 2025 garden seed catalogues and many stores have already set up their seed displays. Although it’s too early for us amateur gardeners to start seeds, now is the time to buy your seeds and supplies when the selection
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