Planting Fall Bulbs When fall comes, we always end up asking how summer could have possibly passed by in such a blur. With cooler nights and the trees changing colours – not to mention back-to-school season already well underway – we can’t help but think...
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Planting Fall Bulbs
Planting Your New Tree
Planting Your New Tree Trees play an important role in our landscapes. Not only do they provide shade, beauty, and structure, they can also hold a great deal of sentimental value. From tire swings to treehouses, some of our most precious memories are centred around a...
Pierre’s Tried & True Landscape Selections
Pierre’s Tried & True Landscape Selections Pierre is not only one of the owners of Oakridge, but he is also our expert in all things tree and shrub related. On any given day in the spring, summer and fall, you’ll find him in the landscape yard tending to every...
Container Gardening – Tips & What to Avoid
Container Gardening – Tips & What to Avoid Planting in containers is a fabulous and versatile way to garden. It is also an excellent method for learning the basics of plant care if you’re new to gardening. Adding pretty pots, baskets, and other containers to...
From Our Grower – Tania’s Pepper Picks
From Our Grower – Tania’s Pepper Picks Tania is our long-time vegetable grower and one of her favourite things to grow and eat are peppers! Peppers are such a versatile fruit; they can provide amazing flavour and spice or can be the star of a dish all on their...
Best New Annuals for 2022
A favourite task for us in the Greenhouse is getting to explore the new plants that have been developed each season. With new colour options and hybrids, some of our all-time favourite annuals are those that have been created in just the last few years. Before we...
Transitioning Your Indoor Flowering Plants Outdoors
Did you know that your flowering indoor plants can transition to your favourite outdoor spaces, including your sunroom or porch? We love using spring florals to add a splash of colour to our homes as we wait for our gardens to begin blooming. Not only does it breathe...
Plant Propagation – How to Make Plant Babies
Because we all know you can never have enough plants! Propagating is an inexpensive and fun way to expand your plant collection and even share it with others. From indoor tropicals, to beautiful annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, there are a variety of methods to...
‘Tis the Season: Your Holiday Decor Checklist
‘Tis the Season: Your Holiday Decor Checklist Manitoba is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! With snow on the ground and joy in our hearts, we’re all looking forward to that most magical time of year. Now that we’re well into November, it’s time for one of the...
6 Simple & Elegant Thanksgiving Crafts for the Whole Family
6 Simple & Elegant Thanksgiving Crafts for the Whole Family When the scenery around Steinbach looks painted with a warm palette of colours, we look forward to a cozy evening making Thanksgiving crafts. While the holiday embodies some of the most beautiful themes...