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Houseplants to discover - Butterfly Palm or Are...
Learn moreDypsis lutescens, anciennement Chrysalidocarpus lutescens
Kalanchoe: The Secret to Massive Blooms That La...
Learn moreNeed lasting colour? The Kalanchoe blooms profusely for over two months! An easy succulent that tolerates neglect and adds a vibrant touch to your home.
Embrace the Fern: The Champion of Shade and Tro...
Learn moreGot a dark corner? Ferns are your allies! They are easy to care for if you master one factor: humidity. Learn how to water them perfectly for spectacular and full...
Madagascar Dragon Tree: Embrace Effortless, Gra...
Learn moreAdd a modern touch to your home! The Madagascar Dragon Tree is low-maintenance, perfect for beginners, and stands out with its slender look and two-toned foliage.
Jade Plant (Crassula): The Easy-Care Succulent ...
Learn moreThe jade plant is a must-have! Learn all the secrets to caring for this resilient succulent that naturally grows into an elegant miniature tree.
Calathea: The Essential Guide to Mastering the ...
Learn moreCalathea is a stunning addition, but it's demanding! The key to its success? Humidity. Find out why tap water and dry air are its worst enemies and how to give...
Aspidistra: The "Cast Iron Plant" Indestructibl...
Learn moreDon't have a green thumb? The Cast Iron Plant is for you! Tolerant of shade and missed waterings, it's perfect for lobbies and offices. Learn how to maintain its leathery...
Location of indoor plants: light requirements
Learn moreLight requirements vary depending on the plant. For healthy indoor plants, the light level should be as close as possible to the plants' original environment.
Pamper Your Houseplants: The Importance of Humi...
Learn moreDiscover our tips for an ideal humidity level! Cactus, ferns, tropical plants... each has its needs! Avoid dry leaves, falling leaves, parasites... and offer them an optimal environment! Humidifier, vaporization,...
Plan a vegetable garden in your backyard
Learn moreTurn your backyard into a gourmet getaway. Learn how to plan your garden based on your hardiness zone and discover the beauty of foodscaping.
Plan and maintain your vegetable garden
Learn moreThere are trends that come and go, and the vegetable garden is no exception. Vegetable growing is making a comeback, extending to berries, herbs, and even edible flowers. But before...
Fertilize your lawn - a program for a green and...
Learn moreLawn grasses are nourished by the sun and draw from the soil, water and minerals they need. Fertilization fills gaps in the soil and provides the nutrients it needs to...
The Importance of Hardiness Zones in Quebec
Learn moreSustainable landscaping or productive vegetable garden? It all starts with your hardiness zone. Find your city's climatic limits to garden with confidence.
Moving Up a Level: Advanced Guide to Repotting ...
Learn morePropagate your violets! Discover the simple cutting method, the secret to the perfect soil mix, and how to fight mealybugs.
Create a Living Garden: How to Attract Beautifu...
Learn moreDream of a garden full of life? Discover which plants and simple steps will turn your backyard into a natural haven for local birds.
Pruning cuts for trees and shrubs
Learn moreWe all dream of a tree with well-distributed branches or a shrub full from its base to its top. To achieve this, they must be pruned. There are different types...
Winter protection
Learn moreLorsque le jardin s’endort à l’automne, il ne reste plus au jardinier qu’à veiller sur son sommeil tout en planifiant la prochaine saison. Au cours de l’hiver, le jardin est...
Sweet and Hot Peppers: a rainbow of colours
Learn moreSi vous appréciez les piments et les poivrons, vous serez ravis d’apprendre qu’il en existe des centaines de variétés et qu’ils se présentent dans une grande diversité de couleurs, de...
Annual Aromatic Plants
Learn moreParmi les grands plaisirs de l’été figure sans contredit celui de la culture des fines herbes. Qu’on les utilise comme sujets décoratifs pour le potager et la platebande ou qu’on...
Aquatic plants: water beauties for the pond
Learn moreCréer un jardin d’eau, c’est reproduire tout un milieu naturel complexe et magnifique à la fois. Les plantes y sont indispensables tant au niveau esthétique qu’utilitaire. Le monde des plantes...
Annuals - dear to homeowners’ hearts
Learn moreUn coussin de fleurs qui retombe en cascade du bord de la fenêtre attire toujours le regard. Quelques pots et jardinières débordants de fleurs forment instantanément un jardin sur la...
Hibiscus: charm’s the word for these tropical b...
Learn moreLes hibiscus sont une façon simple et rapide d’ajouter une touche d’exotisme dans la cour ou sur la terrasse. Offertes dans une panoplie de couleurs vibrantes, les immenses fleurs nous...
How to Grow Sprouts at Home: healthy and fresh ...
Learn moreNo need to wait for summer to garden! Harvest your own vitamins in just a few days with our simple indoor growing methods.
Raspberries: varieties to discover
Learn moreQuel plaisir de cueillir ses framboises à même son jardin! Expérimentez quelques variétés pour trouver celle qui se plaira dans votre environnement et qui saura charmer vos papilles gustatives! N'hésitez...
Strawberries: varieties to discover
Learn moreSweet, juicy, or tropical? Discover the perfect strawberry variety for your garden or balcony with our expert guide to taste and growth habits.
Essential supplies for success indoor seedlings
Learn moreDe bonnes semences, un terreau adapté, de la lumière, de l’humidité sont les ingrédients à réunir pour obtenir des semis suffisamment forts pour croître en santé et pleins de vigueur.
Cucurbits: pests to look out for
Learn moreSi nous, les humains, adorons les fruits des cucurbitacées, bien des petits insectes se régalent de leurs fleurs, feuilles, tiges et racines. Gros plan sur ces petits ravageurs dévastateurs!
Cucurbits: common diseases
Learn moreLes cucurbitacées ne sont pas à l’abri de développer des maladies. Voyez comment y remédier et ainsi empêcher toute propagation.
Cucurbits: plant maintenance and harvest
Learn moreLa culture des cucurbitacées n’a rien de sorcier! Tout au long de la saison, surveillez et entretenez vos plants de concombres, courges et melons pour assurer une récolte abondante de...
Flowering bulbs, spontaneity and originality
Learn morePour trouver des plantes inusitées, pour se distinguer par des combinaisons végétales qui sortent de l’ordinaire et pour explorer de nouvelles façons d’utiliser les plantes au jardin, les bulbes s’offrent...
Choosing your blueberry plants: the guide to th...
Learn moreBlueberries! There's something for every taste and every growing condition... or almost. Here are a few varieties to discover that will hopefully find a place in your garden and on...
Trees and shrubs for small space landscaping
Learn moreHaving an exceptional garden is possible, even in the city! Discover our selection of trees and shrubs perfect for small lots, and transform your outdoor space into a green oasis.
Potting House Plants: which pot to choose
Learn moreBien qu'une plante puisse passer plusieurs mois et parfois même plusieurs années dans le même pot, avec le temps ses racines envahissent tout l'espace disponible. Il devient important de choisir...
Peppers and Chilies: The Scoville Scale
Learn moreFrom mild to volcanic! Explore the fascinating world of peppers and chilies, learn how to tell them apart, and master the Scoville scale to choose your perfect level of heat.
Caring for Peppers and Chilies: A Guide to a Bo...
Learn moreWant more peppers? It all comes down to summer care. Learn our pro tips for pruning, staking, and keeping your plants pest-free.
Cucumber Variety Guide: Choose the Best for You...
Learn moreFrom crisp English cucumbers to small pickling varieties, explore the best options to grow in pots or garden beds.
Home Composting – Put your compost to good use
Learn moreSource pertinente de fertilisants, le produit obtenu est un excellent amendement pour les platebandes et le potager. Il ouvre les sols lourds, donne du corps aux sols légers et, en...
Home Composting – Compost materials
Learn moreLe compostage domestique s’avère une solution simple de récupérer un déchet et de le transformer en matière organique bénéfique à notre environnement. Sachant qu’une famille moyenne génère environ 225 kilogrammes -...
Home Composting – Choose the right composter
Learn moreVous êtes finalement décidés à composter. Il faut maintenant déterminer la technique de compostage appropriée et choisir le modèle de composteur, bac au sol ou composteur rotatif.
Companion-planting in the garden, which plants ...
Learn moreCompanion planting is the art of pairing plants so they mutually help each other in your vegetable garden or on your balcony. This technique promotes more abundant harvests, naturally healthier...
Basil Problems: Diseases and Insects | Botanix ...
Learn moreA clear and practical guide to the diseases and insects that affect basil, with natural prevention tips and expert advice from Botanix.
Top Basil Varieties: Flavours, Colours and Uses
Learn moreDiscover the most flavourful and decorative basil varieties. Colours, aromas and culinary uses to help you choose the perfect basil for your garden.
How to Water, Fertilize, Prune and Harvest Basil
Learn moreA complete guide to growing healthy, flavourful basil: watering, pruning, fertilizing, harvesting and solving common problems. Clear, expert advice from Botanix.
How to Plant Basil: Seeds, Pots and Garden Beds
Learn moreA clear and practical guide to starting basil from seed and planting it in pots or garden beds. Simple steps and expert tips from Botanix.
The Complete Guide to Buying and Caring for Ind...
Learn moreBringing a touch of nature to your home with plants is a great idea! Not only do they beautify your living space, but they also help purify the air. However,...
Tomato Variety Guide: Choose the Best
Learn moreFrom colourful heirloom varieties to miniature tomatoes perfect for containers, find the ideal tomato for your salads, sauces, and burgers.
Tomatoes: grow from seeds or buy
Learn moreLorsque le soleil titille notre peau et que le vent souffle chaud, ça sent le printemps! Qui dit printemps, dit potager… Ça y est, les fourmis gagnent nos doigts!
