Avant Gardner columnist Shari Morash is a gardening enthusiast and an accredited designer. Shari has moved outside the Territory but her advise and tips have kept our gardens growing even today
When it comes to organic gardening, many gardeners are not exactly sure of the definition. Beyond the avoidance of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on their
Organic Gardens Live and Breathe Naturally Read More »
The “art of good timing” is the age-old belief in lunar rhythms. In the old days, people would plan their daily life, from health and
The Art of Timing: Planting by the Moon Read More »
When you are looking for a tough indoor plant, sanseveria trifasciata (or more commonly called snake plant) is a hardy choice. These sturdy plants are
Hardy Choice for Low-Maintenance Indoor Gardens Read More »
With less and less time to maintain gardens, containers are becoming more and more popular as an alternative to mass gardening. Not everyone has time
Fresh Ideas for Container Gardens Read More »
With its love of secrecy, dark passions and spooky details, Halloween is an irresistible theme for holiday decorating. A holiday that appeals to adults and
Halloween: The Best of Fall Read More »
There are few holidays more revered in tradition than Christmas. In our hearts and minds, Christmas holds a special place all its own. For most
Celebrating Traditions of the Holiday Season Read More »
Long been a symbol of the holiday season, the infamous mistletoe — or modern-day kissing ball — has been placed in doorways and arches the
Kissing Underneath the Mistletoe Read More »
Edible-plant gardening is a doubly exciting venture. We all know that food tastes best when it can be consumed soon after harvest. By growing edible
Savoury Edible-Plant Gardening Read More »
Perennial gardening has long been a favoured pastime for Yukon gardeners. Now is the perfect time to take a good look at the perennials in
Successful Perennial Gardening, All-Summer-Long Read More »
Every gardener loves the sight and scent of fresh flowers in their garden. It is equally exciting to grow varieties of cut flowers to display
How Does Your Cut-Flower Garden Grow? Read More »
In our home, there is no holiday more fun to celebrate than Halloween. With bewitching tales and frightening decorations, Halloween is one holiday where you
Dare to Scare … Celebrate Halloween with Some Ghoulish Fun Read More »
One of my favourite traditions of the holiday season is planting containers of amaryllis bulbs. The amaryllis is a beautiful and fascinating bulb. Among the
Following a Festive Tradition Read More »
As we approach the festive holiday season, the Christmas cacti comes into full bloom, illuminating holiday dècor with its exotic and abundant blossoms. This full-spectrum
When I was a child, my father built a 12-foot-long stone fireplace in the centre of our living room. Little did I know, at the
Magical Christmas Mantels Read More »
The revered holiday poinsettia is among the most-beautiful and significant flowering plants of the holiday season. Also known as the Christmas star or Christmas Flower,
The Sacred Flower of Christmas Read More »
The Norfolk Island pine is a popular and spirited plant that has adapted to many indoor living spaces. Enjoyed for its close similarity to an
The Indoor Living Christmas Tree Read More »
Most gardeners await the spring season with the greatest of anticipation. We watch patiently for those first bulbs and perennials to spring forth into our
Spring Forth Into Your Garden Read More »
Everyone loves the tranquil calming nature of an outdoor water feature. Whether it be the splash of a water fountain or the soothing serenity of
Outdoor Water Features For Your Garden Read More »
Now is the perfect time of year to finish up summer landscape projects, prepare garden beds for the winter as well as plan for next
Getting Ready for Fall Gardening Read More »
Just like people, plants thrive when in the right company. Camaraderie in the garden is something one might not necessarily think of, however the benefits
Companion Planting in the Garden Read More »
I have discovered that gardening is more than a past-time; it’s a way of life. For me, gardening is both therapeutic and inspirational. There is
The Joy of Gardening Read More »
By becoming active in your garden, you have the perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while feeling good about yourself and your garden. Gardening
Get a Good Summer Workout in the Garden Read More »
