It happened... After a relatively benign start to winter, we have finally settled into an extended stretch of frigid temperatures. In Edmonton, some arctic air has dropped in pushing temperatures consistently below -20°C (-4°F). As I write this, the temperature outside is -34°C (-29°F) and that …
Growing Up in Edmonton
Although I (Nathan) grew up as a city kid in Edmonton, gardening, plants and local produce were always a part of my childhood. For my Ukrainian grandma and great grandma growing and preserving your own food wasn’t a novelty - it was practical, it was food security, and it just made sense. I …
How to Prune Raspberries
We're now into August and getting into the peak of fruit season. The most exciting fruit for me this time of year is raspberries. While I would hesitate to pick a favourite northern fruit - raspberries would definitely be a contender. Like rhubarb, raspberries have been common in prairie gardens …