by Andre Barnes | Oct 21, 2016 | Fall Gardening, Seasonal
As much as I hate to admit that summer is over, it doesn’t take long for me to succumb to the beauty of fall here in Woodstock, Ontario. As a matter of fact I consider fall the most romantic season of the year, not to mention one of my favourite times to be out... by Andre Barnes | Jul 28, 2016 | Gardening, Perennials
We are often asked, “what perennials can I plant in the shade?”, the options for sun are enormous but in shade we are more limited. Here I will show you five interesting plants for the shady garden, not necessarily the most popular, and I choose to ignore... by Andre Barnes | Jul 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever spent any time landscaping, you’re likely familiar with flowering shrubs. Thanks to their extreme versatility, ease of care and maintenance, and ability to grow in extreme conditions, they’re the shrub of choice among amateur and... by Andre Barnes | Jul 28, 2016 | Gardening
Believe it or not, but Souther Ontario weather is considered unpredictable by many garden professionals—especially in the spring. One day we can be enjoying an early warm spell, when out of nowhere comes a frost warning. If you have plants in your garden or around... by Andre Barnes | Jul 28, 2016 | Gardening, Landscaping
Foundation Planting? A foundation planting refers to a group of plants that help incorporate a building to it’s property and cover the actual concrete foundation your structure is built on. It is a critical component of home decoration and can either enhance or...