TBG is one of the best places to learn about plants, gardening and horticulture. Join the hundreds of adults who share your interest and learn from experts in the field. Day, evening, and weekend...
These spring flowering plants put on a stunning display in the gardens of the Toronto Botanical Garden. Perennials Eranthis hyemalis(Winter aconite) Zone 3 [caption id="attachment_3936"...
Enjoy the spring weather and get out into the garden. Here's a month-by-month checklist of what you can be doing to prepare for another great season! March Clear leaf mulch from the crowns of...
It's easy -- and fun -- to get kids involved in gardening, Here are 10 ideas to get you started. 1. “Start small,” says Zora Ignjatovic, an enthusiastic supporter of community gardens. She...
Toddlers from 1 to 3 will have fun discovering the things that they might find in a garden. Ask your tot to look at the picture of this garden and find the image of each of the following...
SUMMER READING CLUB (recommended for ages 6 to 9 years) At the Weston Family Library, kids can sign out books from our nature- and ecologically-themed children’s collection, keep track of the...
In my relatively short time as TBG’s Head Librarian, I've observed that an often overlooked area of the collection is our diverse assortment of magazines and journals. If you've been into the...
From tip to toe, here’s what experts favour in gardening garb and gear. · Mark Hartley loves his Tilley hat · Felco pruners are the secateurs of choice for Sheila Murray · Gloves are...
Evaluate the placement, form and framework of evergreens, trees and shrubs, ornaments and structures. Make notes for changes and additions. Carefully tie twine to damaged or crossing tree and...
Dogwoods, even dog roses, are welcome in the garden, but what about real four-legged dogs? “Horrors!” you say. “Big, clumsy creatures that dig, scratch, pee and poop. Not on my...
