Something a lot of home-growers don’t realize they have to look for is potato blight, the same blight that caused the Irish Potato Famine. There’s a resurgence of the fungus along the eastern side of the US, but as this fungus us airborne and because some sellers of seed potatoes may not know they are… »
It seems sometimes that for every weed we pull out of our gardens, two more appear overnight. Not only do weeds steal nutrients from our flowers and vegetables, they can also release seeds and spread very quickly. But with a few tricks and techniques, gardeners have the power to control weeds without the use of… »
The Regina Horticultural Society’s Plant World committee is hard at work preparing for this year’s Plant World at the Queen City Exhibition. Location: Credit Union EventPlex Date: August 4, 2010 Time: Noon to 11:00 P.M Set up for Plant World begins at 7 pm of Monday July 26, 2010 at the Conexus Eventplex ( indoor… »
To All Gardeners, Firstly, Grow Regina would like to thank those who are giving the extra attention to keep their gardens and pathways clean of weeds. You are setting a wonderful example for the rest of us! For others, please re-visit your YARA-GRCG Garden Guidelines which clearly states: Pathway Maintenance: Gardeners are responsible to maintain… »
Ingredients 1 lb of zucchini (about 2 medium sized), coarsely grated Kosher salt Ground black pepper 1 large egg 2 scallions, finely chopped 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup grape seed oil or olive oil Sour cream or plain yoghurt Salt the zucchini with about 1 teaspoon of salt. Try to remove the excess moisture… »
The Garden Operations Committee asks gardeners to take their compostable garden material to the northwest corner of the community garden in Section H11 (between the planted potatoes and the orchard). As the material stock piled in the northern section of H11 is shredded this season, compost bins will be re-introduced to their previous locations and… »
Hello everyone, Now that the gardens are in and we finally have some pleasant summer days, please consider helping out at a weeding party at the garden tomorrow afternoon. Some of the common areas are in desperate need of some weeding and it’s always easier with many hands. This is a great way to help… »
The raspberry (plural, raspberries) is the edible fruit of a multitude of plant species in the genus Rubus, most of which are in the subgenus Idaeobatus; the name also applies to these plants themselves. Raspberries are perennial. The name originally referred to the European species Rubus idaeus (with red fruit), and is still used as… »
Rain can be a paradox. It gives life, and it also takes it away. Too little can leave the earth brittle and bare of life; too much can leave it overwhelmed. We who are able to control so much of our lives for our own benefit find that we are at its mercy, whether we’re… »
SGT offers a look behind the private fences of some of Regina’s and area’s most accomplished and creative yards. As an added dimension, garden performances celebrate the ephemeral qualities share by gardens and dance. This year’s theme highlights the essential and life-giving power of water. Posting courtesy of… »
Two 10′ high laser cut steel silhouette sculptures of a man and woman gardening will be soon be part of the signage that proudly welcomes members and guests to YARA – GROW REGINA COMMUNITY GARDEN at the Queen Street entrance. The introduction of these sculptures has been made possible by the donation of an additional… »