Author Archives: Darrell Smith
A Local’s Guide to Vancouver Souvenir Shopping (Beyond Maple Syrup)
Skip the maple syrup. This local’s guide to Vancouver souvenir shopping reveals handmade, carry-on-safe gifts[...]
Plants That Survive the Flight Home: Crochet & Ceramic Greenery for Travelers
A crochet plants gift never wilts, needs no water & flies carry-on safe. Discover Vancouver’s[...]
What to Buy in Vancouver: 15 Handmade Souvenirs You Won’t Find at the Airport
Looking for unique souvenirs Vancouver locals love? 15 handmade gifts you won’t find at the[...]
Watching the World Cup at BC Place? The Perfect Half-Day Around the Stadium
Wondering what to do near BC Place between World Cup matches? A perfect half-day itinerary[...]
Carry-On Friendly: Vancouver Souvenirs That Actually Fit in Your Suitcase
Carry-on friendly gifts from Vancouver that actually fit in your suitcase, mini ceramics & crochet[...]
Water Plants in Vancouver: A Complete Guide for Beautiful Backyard Ponds & Patio Gardens
Discover the Beauty of Water Plants in Vancouver Gardens There is something timeless about water[...]
How to Prune Raspberries and Blackberries for Maximum Harvest
How to Prune Raspberries and Blackberries for Maximum Harvest A Practical Pruning Guide for Home[...]
The Winter Trap: Why You Should Not Buy a Venus Flytrap in Canada During Winter
Thinking of buying a Venus flytrap or Lithops in winter? Learn why Canadian winter conditions[...]
Planting Mistake #4: Waiting for Spring Instead of Starting in January
Planting mistake number 4 is delaying your garden until spring. Learn why January planting determines[...]
Plant Lesson #3 – Why Seedlings Fail Before They Ever Reach the Garden
A familiar early-season disappointment Seed starting often begins with optimism. Fresh seed packets arrive in[...]