All urban farmers have faced the invasion of the squirrel in their vegetable garden. Every year, this is with no doubt the most regular questions we receive and a real […]
Watering
Keep your garden well watered! The most common reason vegetable gardens in a sunny location under perform is lack of water. Make sure to water deeply – at least 20 […]
Bolting explained
What is happening to my leafy greens? Bolting, i.e. going to seed, is a common phrase used in vegetable gardening. Easily recognizable by the alien heads that can shoot up […]
5 tips for vegetable garden maintenance
New to vegetable gardening? Your plants and seeds are planted but you’re nervous about caring for your new garden? Your presence in the garden is important. Taking a little bit […]
Urban Agriculture in action
Tereska and I had the chance to tour the city in the last weeks visiting inspiring and innovative projets around the city of Montreal. We wanted to share a few […]
Preparing for the fall garden
Once you have harvested your beets, carrots and oignons, we encourage all of you to fill the empty squares in your garden with leafy-greens like lettuces and asian greens. This will […]
Transform your harvest!
Click here to buy your tickets In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of home-made vegetable ferments. You’ll leave with your very own jar of kraut and master recipes […]
Summer living
Hot peppers make a delicious fermented treat! Come learn how to make these pickled delights at our fermentation workshop. To harvest peppers, hot or sweet, wait until they have turned colour and […]
Root vegetables are ready
The persistent rain and cooler weather are behind us, so it is very important to be watering your garden daily. A good long soak in the early morning is best. If […]
Cucumber spotlight!
And other fruiting veggies Cucumbers require hot weather and lots of water! Once they take off cucumbers grow quickly. They are vining crops and require a trellis, stake or rope on […]
Roquette, Brassicas, Kraut and Vingears
The most important thing to remember at this time of year is to make space for each plant in your garden. Any leafy greens or brassicas that have gone to seed […]
Tomato tangles, herbs and leafy greens
Lots of herbs are ready for harvest. Cut back flowers to keep them on producing. Eat your herbs fresh or pick them on dry day (if we ever get one!) for […]