by Claire | Feb 8, 2026 | Perennials, PLANT OF THE MONTH
PLANT OF THE MONTH- JANUARY by Sigrie Kendrick Wild pansy, heartsease, or Johnny-jump-up Although not typically considered a xeriscape plant, these diminutive beauties, sited on my patio, receive very little supplemental irrigation and are actually quite...
by Claire | Jan 6, 2026 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Yard Care
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Leave only healthy leaves Many environmentally-conscious homeowners have embraced the practice of leaving fallen leaves in place each fall, while others still shudder at the perceived mess. The benefits are...
by Claire | Jan 2, 2026 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Landscaping, XERISCAPE PLANTS
GARDENING WITH NATURE Article by Sigrie Kendrick Not all plants like the Okanagan “Everything in its place” is a saying that ought to be applied when determining which plants you put into your landscape — especially when it comes to Okanagan gardening. A client of...
by Claire | Dec 17, 2025 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", OXA
Communities in Bloom Award Goes to OXA by Sigrie Kendrick Prestigious Showcase Award In October, Communities in Bloom presented the Okanagan Xeriscape Association’s demonstration garden with its prestigious Showcase Award, presented annually to exceptional...
by Claire | Dec 8, 2025 | Native Plants, PLANT OF THE MONTH, Shrubs
PLANT OF THE MONTH- DECEMBER by Sigrie Kendrick Why is Mahonia being reclassified? For decades, gardeners and botanists have recognized Mahonia as a distinct genus of evergreen shrubs prized for their architectural foliage, fragrant yellow flowers, and ornamental...
