2024

8 Minutes
Specialized Gardening Methods

Create a Lush Container Garden in 5 Easy Steps

Select the right size containers to accommodate your plants’ roots and provide proper drainage. <a href="https://bluestem.ca/perennials/transform-your-space-with-container-gardening-easy-tips-for-every-home/">Discover the benefits and joys</a> of container gardening, even in <a href="https://bluestem.ca/perennials/6-brilliant-vertical-gardening-ideas-to-transform-any-small-space/">small spaces</a>. Choose a high-quality potting mix formulated...
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9 Minutes
Wildlife and Biodiversity

9 Wild Gardening Ideas to Unleash Your Creativity and Connect with Nature

Sow a diverse mix of native wildflowers and grasses to create a vibrant tapestry of color and texture that supports local pollinators and <a href="https://bluestem.ca/perennials/6-burning-questions-that-will-change-how-you-view-biodiversity-in-your-garden/">creates a sanctuary for wildlife</a>. Embrace the beauty of natural...
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10 Minutes
Permaculture and Regenerative Methods Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Gardening

7 Permaculture Secrets for an Abundant, Low-Effort Garden

Permaculture promises a transformative path to resilient, regenerative living systems that sustain both people and planet. By working with nature’s patterns and principles, permaculture empowers us to design <a href="https://bluestem.ca/perennials/grow-an-eco-friendly-garden-from-scratch-7-beginner-friendly-tips/">sustainable gardens</a>, farms, communities, and...
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7 Minutes
Seasonal and Climate Considerations

7 Gorgeous Drought-Resistant Garden Designs to Slash Your Water Bill

Embrace native, drought-tolerant plants that thrive in your climate with minimal watering. <a href="/article/xeriscaping-101">Xeriscape your garden</a> by replacing thirsty lawns with water-wise groundcovers, succulents, and ornamental grasses. Optimize water usage with efficient irrigation systems...
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7 Minutes
Pest Management

7 Key Elements of an Integrated Pest Management System for Healthy Gardens

Implement an integrated pest management (IPM) system to maintain a healthy, thriving garden while minimizing environmental impact. Combining preventative measures, attentive monitoring, and targeted interventions, IPM provides a sustainable framework for controlling pests and...
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4 Minutes
Seasonal and Climate Considerations

The 5 Essential Building Blocks of Healthy Garden Soil Revealed

Unlock the secrets of your soil and create the perfect environment for your plants to thrive by understanding the five essential components that make up this complex ecosystem. A <a href="https://bluestem.ca/uncategorized/demystify-your-soil-test-get-the-most-out-of-your-garden/">soil test</a> is the...
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