Archive: June 2024
Mixing ornamental and edible plants is easy, but you should not use any pesticides with edibles. Edibles can be just as beautiful as ornamental. Read more here.
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If you want to have edible plants in your Surrey garden, then there are plenty to choose from in our garden zone 8. Read more here.
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Swim spas use powerful jets at one end that create a current of water that people can use to swim, walk or run against.
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As a hot tub owner, it is extremely important that you keep everything in optimum condition. This not only includes maintenance of the hot tub itself, but also of the water.
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Not everyone has a large vegetable garden, and it is entirely possible to grow quite a few fruits and vegetables on a patio or terrace. Tomatoes are easy to grow on the patio. So, here, we’re listing a few guidelines for how
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We’re long past winter now but as summer arrives this month do you have to say goodbye to your hot tub and all its benefits? No way! Today we’ll discuss ways to enjoy your hot tub all summer long.
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Did you know you can do much more with the right grill? Cooking, smoking, roasting, even baking a cake are some of the near endless possibilities with Primo ceramic and gas grills.
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Quality outdoor patio furniture can be an expensive investment, but it is well worth it to improve outdoor living.
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Most people living in Surrey and the Lower Mainland are used to barbecuing year round. With only the rain to keep people away, barbecues are a common sight in January. This year, however, with the surprise snowfall, many people chose to put their
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One of the critical parts of pool maintenance is doing everything necessary to prevent algae blooms from ruining the beautiful water. An owner can do many things for algae control and here is a short list that should help with your pool water car
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If you are considering adding koi or gold fish to your Vancouver pond, there are some considerations you will have to make. Fish such as koi or gold fish can thrive in Vancouver’s climate, as long as certain special care is taken...<
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One large concern for any pool owner is how to prevent mosquitoes from using the still, unmoving water as a breeding ground and laying thousands of eggs. This is something that can happen quickly, turning what should be an outdoor paradise into a
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Artificial turf is becoming increasingly popular for homeowners who are looking for an alternative to grass but still want that beautiful, green look around their house. Some people want a putting green in the backyard.
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Originally targeted to water sports enthusiasts, Crocs Inc. was founded in 2002 in an effort to give consumers an innovative shoe unlike any other water shoe that was then on the market. The company was started by three avid boaters who wanted to
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Ever seen owls mate? Introducing our Owl Repatriation Project! Check out our live owl cam to see what the owls are up to!
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Is there anything better than sitting outside on a beautiful summer evening, basking in the glow of a fire, chatting with friends and family as the flames flicker in front of you?
Whether it’s a fire at a campsite or a fire p
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With so many distractions in our busy lives, it can become difficult to round up family members for family bonding time with everyone going in different directions. Kids, teens and parents can get away from their mobile devices and other electron
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Gardening with your kids can be a nice way to connect and spend some time outdoors together. Most children love getting their hands in the dirt and playing around and it is an opportunity for parents or grandparents to teach them some gardening a
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Art Knapp Surrey Garden Centre has specialists on staff to help you find which plants will work best in your garden, and which insects will be attracted to which plants.
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Each and every wild bird has their own favorite meals, but the popular sunflower seeds are known to be the favorite among seed-eaters.
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Even though we do not experience harsh winter here in the Lower Mainland, it's a good idea to take a few steps to keep your yard in good shape and it will be more 'garden-ready' for Spring.
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