Echinacea (coneflower) is one of the most dependable perennials for Kamloops gardens. It thrives in our hot, dry summers, offering wide daisy‑like petals and raised centres that shine from July into early fall. With a little late‑season attention, it can keep blooming just when the rest of the garden begins to wind down. Beyond their colour, echinacea flowers play an … Continue reading →
We have some amazing news for you! We have a Special Guest, Brian Minter, coming to our meeting night- Wednesday, 23rd of Sept! This is an exciting evening, and we hope to see as many of our members out as possible! This event is free to current Kamloops Garden Club members, as of August 31, 2026. Remember to bring your … Continue reading →
September is one of the most productive—and forgiving—months in a Kamloops garden. Cooler nights, warm days, and soil that still holds summer heat make it ideal for planting, dividing, cleaning up, and preparing for winter. Planting & Dividing Spring bulbs — Plant hardy bulbs such as daffodils, tulips, and crocus. Choose large, firm bulbs, add a bulb fertilizer, and water … Continue reading →
Rock Garden Design Every Kamloops yard has a dry, awkward corner where nothing thrives — baked by summer heat, starved of moisture, and often full of gravelly, alkaline soil. A rock garden turns that “dead space” into a deliberate, drought‑smart feature using stone, gravel, and plants that love Kamloops conditions. Anchor with One Strong Boulder Start with a single boulder … Continue reading →
Hydrangeas are among the most beloved shrubs in Kamloops gardens, offering months of spectacular color from late spring well into fall. As summer winds down, those once‑vibrant blooms begin to fade—and this is when one of the simplest but most important hydrangea care tasks comes into play: deadheading. Deadheading in late summer keeps your hydrangeas looking fresh, helps them conserve … Continue reading →
Creating Beautiful, Resilient Landscapes in a Semi‑Arid Climate Kamloops gardeners know better than most that summer heat can be relentless. With long stretches of hot, dry weather and increasingly common water restrictions, choosing plants that thrive in drought conditions isn’t just practical — it’s essential. Fortunately, many beautiful, hardy plants are perfectly suited to our semi‑arid valley climate. This guide … Continue reading →
Heat Management, Harvest Abundance, and Preparing for Fall August in Kamloops is hot, dry, and often smoky. Gardens need steady care to stay productive and healthy. This is the month to keep watering consistent, harvest generously, and begin subtle transitions toward fall. Fruits & Vegetables Water deeply and consistently — Continue long soakings every 3–4 days. Drip irrigation or soaker … Continue reading →
Keeping Blooms Coming in a Hot, Dry Climate Deadheading — removing spent flowers — is one of the easiest ways to keep your garden blooming beautifully. In Kamloops’ dry heat, intense sun, and fast-draining soils, deadheading becomes even more valuable. It helps plants conserve energy, stay tidy, and continue producing fresh flowers through long summer stretches. Quick tip: Deadhead in … Continue reading →
We recently had the opportunity to learn how to successfully lift and divide irises from local expert gardener Anne Ritcey. Thank you so much for walking us through the entire process and generously sharing your expertise with us. We truly appreciate your time and guidance. Here are the step by step instructions: A MESS!!. A clump that is very overdue … Continue reading →
What To Do With Overgrown or Root‑Bound Containers By mid‑summer, even the healthiest hanging baskets and planters can start to look tired. When plants are growing in the ground, they have endless soil and space to expand. But in containers, roots eventually run out of room — and that’s when baskets begin to decline. The good news? Overgrown containers are … Continue reading →
