Author Archives: Darrell Smith

Tulips vs Daffodils: Which One Actually Comes Back Every Year

Tulips vs daffodils, which one comes back each spring. Daffodils naturalize for decades, most hybrid[...]

Hardneck vs Softneck Garlic in Canada: Which One to Plant This Fall

Hardneck vs softneck garlic, explained for Canadian gardens. Cold needs, scapes, storage life, and which[...]

Why Is My Ficus Dropping Leaves? 5 Sudden Changes to Check

A ficus dropping leaves is reacting to sudden change, not dying. Darrell of DH Garden[...]

The Giant Fruitless Tomato: Why a Big, Beautiful Plant Gives You Nothing to Eat

Big leafy tomato plant but no fruit? A Vancouver gardener explains the one July feeding[...]

Handmade Bonsai Pots: A Father’s Day Story from Vietnam

Handmade bonsai pots from Bát Tràng, the bonsai master we were lucky to meet in[...]

Handwoven Bamboo Baskets, Made by One of Vietnam’s Last Master Weavers

Rare handwoven bamboo baskets from one of Vietnam's last master weavers, now at DH Garden[...]

Football Fans, Meet Vancouver: Cultural Souvenirs to Remember the 2026 World Cup

Skip the airport junk. Find unique World Cup 2026 souvenirs in Vancouver, handmade ceramic keepsakes[...]

Gifts for the Plant Lover Who Has Everything (That Won’t Wilt)

Stuck on gifts for plant lovers? Discover plant gifts that last, crochet flowers, ceramic minis[...]

Small Pots, Big Charm: Mini Planters for Apartments, Desks & Gifts

Hunting for small plant pots in Vancouver? Discover affordable mini planters & desk pots at[...]

Handmade & Hand-Painted: Why Artisan Ceramics Are the 2026 Gift Trend

Handmade ceramics are the 2026 gift trend. Discover hand-painted pots, ceramic fruits & figurines at[...]