Andrea’s Path to Plants
Zone 3 Calgary gardening, herbs & the slow green life
Category: Perennial Gardening
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All plants need nutrients for growth, particularly nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (N-P-K). Nitrogen supports growth and chlorophyll production, phosphorus enhances root development and flowering, and potassium aids plant health. Fertilization timing varies by season, with recommendations for both houseplants and outdoor crops, including tomatoes, which require calcium for vigor.
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Dreaming up your perfect garden? It’s such an exciting project — but without a little planning, it can get overwhelming (and pricey) fast. No matter if you’ve got a small backyard or a big open space, having a simple plan makes it way easier — and way more fun — to create something beautiful that…
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Every spring and summer, my social media feeds light up with passionate pleas to save the pollinators. Bees and monarch butterflies flash across the screen beneath headlines warning that they’re disappearing. And honestly? That kind of messaging can really hit a gardener where it hurts—especially as we cheerfully tuck non-native annuals into pots and wage…
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Spring is teasing us again—it’s the last week of April here in Calgary, and while it’s not quite planting time yet, there’s still plenty of garden magic happening. If you’re gardening in Zone 3, now is the perfect moment to observe, document, and prepare, without getting too eager with the rake or shovel. 📋Document Your…
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Growing and harvesting rhubarb in Calgary, AB and a little magical gin recipe to whet your ol’ whistle ;)
Andrea’s Path to Plants 