The Botanix expert blog
Dividing Perennials: When and How?
Learn moreGive your tired perennials a second life: learn how to divide them for dynamic growth and a renewed garden!
Watering outdoor plants the right way
Learn moreWatering plants outdoors may seem simple but to ensure the health and vitality of your plants, a few tips are essential, especially for potted plants that depend entirely on your...
Design your Container - The Art of Creating Spe...
Learn morePotted arrangements of annual flowers are a wonderful way to add a touch of color and life to your patios, balconies, and entryways. One word sums up the design of...
Strawberry harvest and preservation
Learn moreYou've planted your strawberries and cared for them for a year, and now it's time to enjoy these red beauties! Harvest your strawberries only when they are completely ripe and easy to...
Maintaining strawberry plants
Learn moreStrawberry plants aren't fussy, but they do require some light maintenance. With the proper care, your plants will stay strong and vigorous and provide you with a plentiful harvest of...
How to grow strawberry plants in container or i...
Learn moreFrom the garden to the balcony, learn how to grow delicious strawberries all season long with our expert tips on planting, fertilization, and care.
How to Grow Annual Hibiscus: Care and Tips for ...
Learn moreSuccessfully grow annual hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)! Tips for potting, care, watering, fertilizing, winterizing, and solutions to common problems for exotic blooms.
When to plant summer bulbs
Learn moreSummer is approaching, and are you dreaming of a garden vibrant with colour? Summer bulbs are the ideal solution to transform your outdoor space into a true floral paradise! Whether...
2024 Courtyard and garden trends – BOTANIX version
Learn moreEco-anxiety is real. So what do we do? Enter the soothing practice of maintaining a garden, a fantastic way to calm anxiety related to climate change. 2024 is all about...
A sunny patio
Learn moreUne terrasse bien aménagée lie l’intérieur de la maison au jardin. C’est plus qu’un lieu de passage, on y mange, on s’y repose, on y contemple la nature; en somme,...
How and When to Prune Your Hedge for Profession...
Learn moreWant a perfectly straight, lush cedar hedge? Master the art of pruning with our expert tips for a dense and winter-resistant structure.
Healthy Cedars: Watering, Fertilization, and Ma...
Learn moreWant a lush, dense cedar hedge that lasts for decades? Discover our expert secrets for proper watering, strategic fertilization, and essential winter protection.
Guaranteed Privacy and Dream Yard: Guide to Pla...
Learn moreThere is nothing like relaxing in the privacy of your own backyard and enjoying perfect peace and quiet. Swimming, spending time in the spa, meals outdoors with family or friends,...
Hedge – other shrubs available
Learn moreCréez une haie mixte, composée de différentes espèces d’arbustes comme le buis, le saule et la spirée japonaise. Donnez du style à la cours arrière.
A green screen
Learn moreDissimuler un élément inesthétique dans un jardin tient parfois à peu de choses. À défaut de pouvoir éliminer ce coup d’oeil disgracieux, l’utilisation judicieuse de certains végétaux peut rendre cette...
Stakes, cages, and trellises: A little support ...
Learn moreLes tuteurs, les cages et les treillis sont essentiels à la réussite d'un jardin. Les vignes, les tomates, les haricots grimpants, les pivoines et bien d’autres plantes ont besoin d’une...
Square foot gardening of vegetables and herbs
Learn moreVous rêvez de cultiver vos propres légumes et aromates, mais vous ne disposez que d’un petit balcon d’appartement, un coin de terrasse sur un toit ou encore un terrain asphalté...
Seedlings – Favourite container candidates
Learn morePresque tous les légumes se cultivent en pot, c’est vrai, mais il faut tenir compte de la profondeur de leurs racines pour choisir le contenant qui leur convient vraiment. Si...
Seedlings – Beginner alert! Start with those
Learn morePour faire un bon choix, planifiez votre potager selon l’espace dont vous disposez, les conditions d’ensoleillement qui y prévalent et la zone de rusticité de votre région. Prenez également le...
Seeding Calendar: The Ultimate Quebec Guide (Da...
Learn moreTomatoes, squash, or basil? Discover our detailed calendar, including germination times and the best containers to avoid transplant shock.
Sowing and Overseeding Your Lawn
Learn moreDreaming of a lush, weed-free lawn? Learn how to sow and overseed your lawn like a pro! Our complete guide reveals all the secrets to a dense, perfectly healthy lawn.
Landscaping and outdoor design – plan for success!
Learn moreIt is quite simple to create the layout of your dreams yourself. Creating a small landscaped backyard allows you to unleash your creativity and express your personality.The secret to the...
Laying-out your annuals
Learn moreComme les annuelles sont souvent en fleur au moment de l’achat, il est facile de faire des essais sur place. Distribuez les rôles afin d’obtenir un ensemble harmonieux. Quelques plantes...
Harvest and store garlic scapes and bulbs
Learn moreGarlic planted in the fall is harvested the following summer. If harvested too early, the bulbs will be spongy and won't store as long. If harvested too late, the skin...
Basil: Preserving and Savoring an Aromatic Star!
Learn moreTransform your garden into a haven of peace and your kitchen into a festival of flavors with Jardineries Botanix! Discover our fresh basil plants and our expert tips for a...
Recipe - Sprouts, red quinoa, and cranberry salad
Learn moreUne recette aussi savoureuse et bonne pour la santé que facile à préparer!
Preparing Your Garden for Winter: Essential Fal...
Learn moreDid you know that fall gardening is the key to a spectacular spring garden? Learn how to prepare your lawn, flower beds, and vegetable garden for winter with our complete...
Which vegetables and herbs to plant in the garden?
Learn moreLa plupart des légumes, petits fruits, fines herbes et fleurs comestibles ont besoin de beaucoup de soleil pour développer toutes leurs saveurs et leurs belles couleurs. Ils sont donc tous...
Flawless Support for a Thriving Garden: The Com...
Learn moreDon't let wind or the weight of fruit compromise your harvests and your blooms. From the perfect cage for your tomatoes to the ideal stake for your peonies, our new...
Choosing the best potting soil for your indoor ...
Learn moreDon't let your plants stall: learn how to choose the ideal potting mix and optimize drainage for vibrant foliage.
What type of garden is right for you?
Learn moreLa grandeur de votre terrain, votre budget, le temps que vous pourrez consacrer à son entretien et l’emplacement idéal pour faire pousser des plantes potagères détermineront le ou les types...
When to Prune Your Shrubs for a Spectacular Gar...
Learn moreThe secret to a structured, blooming garden? Knowing when and how to prune your shrubs. Discover our guide for guaranteed success.
Defy Winter! Know When to Install and Remove Yo...
Learn moreIn the fall, it is necessary to protect conifers, shrubs and perennials so that they resist the snow and winds of the coming winter. Find out when to install winter...
When and how to repot house plants
Learn moreAlthough a plant can spend several months and sometimes even several years in the same pot, over time its roots invade all the available space.
When and how to plant shrubs: successful planti...
Learn moreDiscover our complete guide to mastering shrub planting and care. Learn the best planting times, essential techniques, along with tips for watering, fertilizing, and managing common issues. Our practical advice...
For a Perfect Lawn in Spring: Essential Fall Tasks
Learn moreEnjoy the beautiful season by preparing your lawn for a spectacular growth in the spring! Discover the key steps of fall maintenance for a healthy and pristine lawn.
Choosing the Right Containers for a Productive ...
Learn moreDiscover which containers to choose based on depth, plant type, and available space, along with the advantages of classic pots, raised planters, grow bags, and hanging planters.
Tropical Flowering Plants: A touch of the exoti...
Learn moreDreaming of a getaway? Add these spectacular tropical plants to your outdoor decor and enjoy a summer with Southern vibes, right at home!
Herb Gardening: Green Goodness on Your Balcony!
Learn moreDiscover the joy of growing your own aromatic herbs in pots. Our guide covers everything from choosing the right spot to troubleshooting common issues. Taste the difference fresh makes!
When and how to plant a conifer: The Complete G...
Learn moreDreaming of a lush, beautiful cedar hedge? Our expert guide gives you the steps for a magnificent, healthy hedge that's guaranteed to thrive!
Growing vegetable plants and herbs in sun, part...
Learn moreMaximize your harvest! Discover which vegetables, herbs, and berries thrive in full sun or shade for a productive garden. Discover the complete guide
Planting and Caring for Your Hardy Flower Bulbs
Learn moreTransform your garden into a spectacle of colours every spring. Learn how to plant and care for your hardy flower bulbs with our simple and complete guide for beautiful blooms,...
Successfully growing cucumbers and other cucurbits
Learn moreHarvest crunchy cucumbers and flavourful squash with our simple and high-performing growing techniques.
Planting home-grown garlic: The Secret to a Bou...
Learn moreThink gardening is complicated? Try garlic! Discover the secret to a flavourful, double harvest that's practically effortless. Garlic bulbs are planted in spring or fall, but it is best to...
Vibrant Potted Annuals: Easy Planting with Eco-...
Learn moreAnnuals are easy to grow, and most bloom profusely all summer long. So, why not grow them in containers? Planting annuals in containers is a breeze when you follow the...
Annuals - dear to homeowners’ hearts
Learn moreQue ce soit sur le balcon de votre appartement ou sur la terrasse, ou encore aux quatre coins de la cour, rien de tel que des fleurs épanouies, colorées et...
Snake Plant: The Unkillable Houseplant, Perfect...
Learn moreLooking for a robust plant that thrives on neglect? Meet the Sansevieria, the champion of clean air! Learn how to care for this striking succulent, explore fascinating varieties like 'Moonshine'...
