Discover the 5 easiest vegetables to plant in fall and harvest all winter long in Canada. Expert tips from DH Garden Centre Vancouver to grow garlic, leeks, carrots, onions, and collardswithout the fuss.
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Discover the truth about wood chips in the garden. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Darrell Smith of DH Garden Centre in Vancouver shares how to use wood chips the right way for healthier soil, stronger plants, and a thriving garden.
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Discover how rosemary water can naturally stimulate hair growth, improve scalp health, and fit into your daily routine. Learn the science, the recipe, and expert tips from DH Garden Centre in Vancouver.
Why Every Gardener Should Grow Borage Borage, often called the starflower for its striking blue, star-shaped blooms, is one of the most rewarding plants you can grow in your garden. Not only is it visually captivating, but it is also edible, medicinal, and one of the best natural companion plants you can have. With its
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Introduction: Yes, You Can Grow Cilantro Indoors Even in Winter You don’t need a backyard or raised bed to grow fresh herbs. You don’t even need a patio. All you need is a sunny windowsill and the right know-how. And when it comes to growing cilantro indoors, timing, light, and setup are everything. Over the
Introduction: Cilantro The Herb We Love to Hate After 20 years of helping gardeners at DH Garden Centre and designing edible landscapes around Vancouver, I can confidently say this: growing cilantro frustrates more people than almost any other herb. Also known as coriander, cilantro is loved for its fresh, zesty flavor. But plant it in
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Wondering what vegetables to plant in August in Canada? Here are 7 fast-growing, heat-loving, and frost-tolerant crops you can still sow this month. Get planting tips, variety recommendations, and smart watering strategies to extend your summer harvest. Why August Isn’t Too Late to Grow Vegetables Most gardeners think of August as the wind-down period for
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When Anticipation Turns into Disappointment At DH Garden Centre in Vancouver, I’ve seen it happen more times than I can count. A customer walks in, holding an orchid that looked like it was about to bloom but instead of opening into elegant flowers, the buds have turned yellow, shriveled, and dropped off. It’s frustrating. It’s
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The Bloom That Changed Everything Zinnias are often marketed as the ultimate beginner-friendly flower. Easy to grow, fast to bloom, vibrant in color. But if you’ve ever felt disappointed because yours look sparse or leggy, you’re not alone. When I first started growing zinnias, I had visions of abundant, colorful bouquets dancing in the summer
My Zinnias Didn’t Always Bloom Like This – Until I Tried This One Simple Change Read More »
When Your Garden Becomes a Work of Art At DH Garden Centre in Vancouver, customers often come in asking for flowers that are both low-maintenance and full of life – something that blooms like fireworks but doesn’t demand too much care. When that’s the brief, I always point to one plant with a knowing smile:
Gazania Rigens: The Sun-Loving Treasure That Turns Your Garden into a Painted Canvas Read More »
