British Columbia - Fine Gardening

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    Cherry’s Fresh Winter Wreaths and Swags

    Happy Monday GPODers! We can't get through the holiday season without a look at Cherry Ong's incredible handmade wreaths and decorative swags. She has shared so many of her amazing…

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    A Cold but Colorful November in Cherry’s Garden

    Hi GPODers! A few weeks ago we got to see Cherry Ong's beautiful garden in Richmond, British Columbia, as the summer was just starting to wind down in August (Cherry’s…

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    Wendy’s Fall Garden in the Okanagan Valley

    Hi GPODers! Last week we got an exciting submission from long-time GPOD reader, but first-time submitter, Cleo from Washington (Late October in Cleo’s Back Garden). It's always thrilling to get…

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    Cherry’s August Garden

    Happy Friday GPODers! We're ending the week with an update from frequent GPOD contributor, Cherry Ong. Cherry sends us so many fabulous photos of her travels to gardens across Canada…

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    Fabulous Annuals for Fall Containers

    One of the best things about gardening in Northern California (and the wider Pacific Northwest) is that there’s seldom any true downtime. With our wonderful weather, we can enjoy our…

  • Blue Shadow Fothergilla, Color Guard Yucca and Wedding Gown Bigleaf Hydrangea
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    The Best House Foundation Plants for Your Region

    When it comes to choosing foundation plants for your home, it’s important to pick species that not only enhance your landscape but also thrive in your specific climate. That’s why…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Growing Quince and Using Their Fruit

    The topic of fruiting quince came up the other day when a friend shared just how productive his tree was shaping up to be this year. Everyone present enthusiastically chimed…

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    GPOD on the Road: Bonsai Trees at an Old Country Market

    Happy Friday GPODers! For my final installment on my trip to Vancouver Island last year, I'm sharing a very fun and unexpected location that was the last place I thought…

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    GPOD on the Road: Beacon Hill Park

    Happy Friday GPODers! We're back on the road with another segment from my trip to Vancouver Island. First, I highlighted the fabulous summer arrangements in the capital city of Victoria…

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    GPOD on the Road: The Famous Trees of Vancouver Island

    Happy Friday GPODers! A couple weeks ago I shared my plant findings from Victoria, the capital of British Columbia and largest city on Vancouver Island. These included incredible container combinations,…