Pole beans and bush beans both grow well in Kamloops, but the best choice depends on your space, summer heat, and how you like to harvest. Pole beans give longer, steadier harvests in our cooler nights, while bush beans produce quickly and all at once. Pole Beans – your long-season workhorses Are considered to have more intense flavour. Require plenty … Continue reading →
Seed Starting – January to April A seasonal workflow for Kamloops gardeners Get ready for gardening with our seed starting guide and prepare for a great growing season. January: Review, Prepare, and Set Up Garden Planning Review your 2025 notes: What worked well What didn’t What you ran out of What you want more of in 2026 Sketch a rough … Continue reading →
Planting peas (or other legumes like clover or vetch) in the fall is a great way to naturally restore soil health. Here’s why they work so well: 🌾 Cover Crops Recharge Raised Beds Nutrient Boost: Peas are nitrogen-fixers, meaning they pull nitrogen from the air and deposit it into the soil—giving next season’s plants a head start. Soil Structure: Their … Continue reading →
Although in our area gardeners treat geraniums as annuals, they’re actually perennials in warmer climates. With just a little extra effort you can bring your geraniums indoors for the winter and enjoy their vibrant blooms again next season. You can successfully overwinter geraniums no matter where they are growing—small containers, large pots, hanging baskets, or directly in garden beds. With … Continue reading →
