The three biggest mistakes that ruin poinsettias are: exposing them to cold drafts, overwatering, and keeping them in low light. Avoiding these will keep your plant vibrant all season long. Improper Watering Overwatering is the most common problem → leads to root rot and yellowing leaves. Underwatering causes wilting and leaf drop. Let soil dry completely between waterings; water … Continue reading →
Due to lack of parking availability for the Kamloops Christmas Market the regular meeting location is moved to Parkview Activity Center, 500 McDonald Avenue, on November 26 at 7pm. Parkview Activity Centre – Bing Maps The regular meeting will be combined with the Wreath Making Workshop. You can create a wreath, planter, centerpiece, or another type of seasonal decoration. Please … Continue reading →
The Christmas cactus has become one of the most beloved holiday houseplants—and for good reason. It’s one of the few indoor plants that produces large, vibrant blooms right in the heart of the season. With varieties that display stunning shades of red, pink, orange, and white, these plants make festive decorating effortless. Even better, a healthy Christmas cactus can stay … Continue reading →
The end of the growing season can be bittersweet. You worked hard to create a beautiful garden. You may have also grown vegetables, herbs, and fruit that you look forward to enjoying in the months ahead. With winter is approaching, it’s a good idea to prepare your gardening tools for the next season. Prepping your tools now ensures a smoother … Continue reading →
October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Heritage House in Riverside Park Fall into Halloween with Dawn! Join us as we welcome guest speaker Dawn, who will be sharing her creative magic just in time for the season! She’ll be designing stunning Fall and Halloween-themed creations to transform your home—inside and out. Whether you’re looking for cozy autumn vibes or spooky outdoor flair, Dawn’s … Continue reading →
Many thanks to Judy V. for sharing this article from Simple Garden Life Two Reasons Not to Leave Old Hydrangea Blooms on in Late Fall & Winter “Although deer, squirrels and other animals don’t typically bother most varieties of hydrangeas, that always isn’t the case in areas that have more severe winters. When heavy snows and inclement weather persist, it … Continue reading →
Did you know that you can easily save your favorite coleus plants by bringing them inside in the fall to grow as houseplants over the cold winter months or take cuttings and create smaller plants? Saving Potted Coleus Plants in The Fall If you have plenty of space and want to save entire plants, you can simply bring your potted coleus … Continue reading →
These squares were a crowd favourite at the Flower Show Tea. Here is the recipe, by popular request, from Roberta Marshall. Ingredients: 2 c flour Filling: 2 c quick oats 2 c rhubarb cut small 1.5 c br. Sugar 1 c white sugar 1 c butter slightly melted .25 c water 1 tsp vanilla 2 T cornstarch Pinch of salt … Continue reading →
Here is a recipe to help you use all the extra zucchini in your garden. Ingredients: 1/2 cup white sugar 2 cups flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tsp baking soda 3 large eggs 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup oil 1 tsp salt 1/2 cup chopped nuts 3 tsp cinnamon 2 cups grated zucchini 3 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup … Continue reading →
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