Follow a self-taught backyard gardener in her gardening obsession
Types of RosesPests, Diseases, and CareTreatmentDeadheadingPruningRose Colours and MeaningPink roses – gratitude, elegance, and sweetnessYellow roses – warmth, friendship, and joyOrange roses – pride, energy, and intense desireWhite roses - innocence and spiritualityRed - Love and Passion Not to brag, but I have quite an impressive rose collection for an urban garden. Or an insane... Continue Reading →
Honestly, my husband and I almost never argue. Not about money. Not about chores. But come planting season, almost like clockwork, you'll find us squabbling in the backyard. Although, if I’m being honest, his irritation with me starts building well before planting season. “Where are you going to put all of that?” he’ll sigh when... Continue Reading →
Am I kidding myself by thinking that most of the hard work of gardening is complete? That all I have to do now is put my feet up and wait for everything to take off? I’m sure there’s stuff I’ve forgotten, but for now, I’m feeling pretty pleased with myself. Clean Up I cleaned all... Continue Reading →
I have a confession to make. I am a columbine seed head thief. You might see me in late July furtively cutting the seed heads off your columbines before scurrying back home. A Love Story I fell in love with columbine in the winter of 2020. In fact, I think that’s the year my gardening obsession... Continue Reading →
This year, I tried winter sowing for the first time. I was pretty skeptical. It honestly sounds too good to be true. But ultimately it was much easier and more successful than I ever would have imagined! What is Winter Sowing?What Can I Grow With Winter Sowing?When Do I Plant My Seeds in Winter Sowing?How... Continue Reading →
Is anyone walking around with their nose in the air this time of year? Anyone? It’s just me? In the spring, it’s not unusual to find me gazing rapturously up at a tree in full bloom, sniffing like a basset hound. I can’t help myself! It’s so magical. Apple, cherry and magnolia trees are laden... Continue Reading →
Is anyone else just itching to get into their garden? The snow melted here in Montreal weeks ago. But I'm holding myself back from messing with anything, in an effort not to disturb the insects slumbering in the leaves and dead branches scattered around my garden beds. I am amazed watching the garden come alive... Continue Reading →
Hi! My name is Martha. I live in Montreal with my family and I am completely obsessed with gardening. I spend much of my time wandering around and inspecting my plants. I must walk it three times a day in the summer. I have more photos of flowers and my garden than my own children... Continue Reading →
Martha's Garden Obsession 