by oxatest20 | Aug 26, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Lawns
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Kill that Lawn Traditional turf grass lawns, while aesthetically pleasing to some, come with significant environmental and maintenance costs. Whether because of concerns about excessive water consumption, chemical...
by oxatest20 | Jul 21, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Biodiversity, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials, Shrubs
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Living with Deer in the Okanagan Living in the beautiful Okanagan Valley comes with many perks, but for gardeners, there is one persistent challenge that stands out: marauding deer. While deer may be lovely to observe...
by oxatest20 | Jul 21, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Ground Covers, Lawns
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Rethinking Lawns in the Okanagan I have had the pleasure of visiting a great many beautiful gardens recently, and l have been overjoyed to notice the trend of fewer turfgrass lawns and growing interest in Okanagan lawn...
by oxatest20 | May 30, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Biodiversity
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Not all bugs are bad! A majority of the insects you see in your garden do not harm plants and are, in fact, called ‘beneficials’, as they benefit your garden by improving soil, pollinating plants, and eradicating...
by oxatest20 | Mar 31, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Biodiversity, Landscaping
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Help pollinators survive with careful planning The Okanagan Valley’s semi-arid climate presents unique opportunities and challenges for creating pollinator-friendly gardens. More than 500 native bee species call British...
