Remember this month’s meeting will be held at Parkview Activity Center, 500 McDonald Avenue. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Gardening Concerns – Q & A
Welcome to Our Gardening Community! Need help with gardening? Our Q & A on gardening concerns offers solutions and knowledge for all your plant-related questions. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener with years of experience or just starting out with your first potted plant, we’re so glad you’re here! This space is all about sharing knowledge, asking questions, and learning from … Continue reading →
Garden Prep & Seed‑Starting Guide
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 →
Winter Houseplant Care
As the days grow shorter and temperatures dip, our indoor plants face a season of subtle stress that often goes unnoticed. Winter brings lower light, drier air, and cooler nights—conditions that can challenge even the hardiest houseplants. With a few thoughtful adjustments, though, you can help your green companions not just survive the colder months but stay vibrant and healthy … Continue reading →
January Garden Tasks
There’s something lovely about that moment when the last of the holiday sparkle settles and the mind shifts toward soil, seeds, and the quiet promise of spring. Early January is actually the perfect time to dream big about your 2026 garden—before the rush of pruning, sowing, and transplanting begins. Here are a few ways you can start to prepare for … Continue reading →
Keep Your Poinsettias Blooming
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 →
November Meeting
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 →
November Newsletter
Christmas Cactus Care
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 →
Return Your Tropical Plants Indoors – Bug Free!
The following article from Gardening Know How provides lots of guidance on how to help you safely transition your tropical house plants back indoors from their summer outdoor location. “Figuring out how to bring an outdoor plant inside without bugs is easy and keeps your house from turning into a pest party. Nobody wants aphids or spider mites all over … Continue reading →