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Suntastic Sunflowers

August 16, 2023

One of our favourite things about August is the beautiful blooms that come with it. Sunflowers will forever signify the bittersweet transition of summer into fall, with their tall stature and bright faces reminding us to soak up as much of that summer sunshine as we can! Something we find fasc...

Tender Roots: East Beach Flower Farm

August 11, 2023

There is something so inspiring about spending time with the dreamers and do'ers in our community- the ones with not only big ideas and hopes in their hearts but the gusto to take a scary leap of faith and go after those wonderings. Sherri Toole is nothing short of a hard-working, dream-chasin...

Black-Eyed Susan | Perennial

August 09, 2023

There will never be a more classic wildflower than the beloved Black-Eyed Susan. Adored by not only gardeners, these daisy-like blooms attract butterflies, bees and other insects for their nectar. In the garden, they will thrive in landscapes, borders, butterfly gardens, or containers. A very ve...

Perennial Hibiscus

July 24, 2023

If you’re hoping to maintain a tropical summer feel in your garden as we transition to fall, then look no further than the Perennial (Hardy) Hibiscus. These giant, plate-sized blooms are a great addition to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden oasis. When deciding on the ideal lo...

Rose of Sharon

July 17, 2023

If you take a drive throughout the city this time of year, you’re likely to spot Rose of Sharon blooms peeking through fences or greeting you in garden beds. Evoking the same tropical feel of the beloved Hibiscus, the Rose of Sharon or botanically named Hibiscus syriacus, flowers can add bold vis...

Echinacea | Coneflowers

July 10, 2023

Brighten your garden beds with the flowering herb Echinacea- this perennial coneflower comes from the daisy family and is popularly used as a natural remedy to combat cold and flu symptoms. Distinguished by the large, dramatic seed heads and vibrant, showy petals; enjoy the bloom of sweet Echinac...