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Guerilla gardening

first published July 22, 2010

Typically, flower children and guerillas have little in common. But traits of both earth-loving spirits and radicals are definitely evident in a new hybrid—guerilla gardeners. Their approach is a trend that’s taking root (pardon the pun) in urban areas. Guerilla gardeners transform bleak-looking areas in cities by anonymously planting seeds, perennials or shrubs. The catch is they’re using someone else’s land without permission.

In its simplest form, guerilla gardening is about planting a few annuals in a neglected public planter or on the bare ground beneath a tree. On a larger scale, it can escalate to commandeering …

Bridging Gaps

Sightlines at the Enjoy Centre continue to evolve. Third floor offices on the south and north of the retail greenhouse are connected by a catwalk This week, the catwalk could be accessed, giving new views looking west and looking east. Meanwhile beams for the roof of the cafe kitchen were also put in place this week.

Jim’s Notebook July 29, 2010

Hits & Misses: Faithful seeds & spotty damage
Question of the Week: Why are my tomatoes cracking?
Science & Technology: Space bound spruce

Cherry Festival was on last weekend and there I was enjoying myself in…Bruno, Saskatchewan. Where the heck is Bruno and what does it have to do with cherries you ask? Well, the town is a little over an hour east of Saskatoon, and the province is known for its expertise on sour cherries for the Prairies. Specifically, a tremendous amount of research has been done by Dr. Bob Bors, a fruit specialist at the University of Saskatchewan. A direct result …

Enjoy Gardening Summer 2010

Sneak a Peek

Enjoy Gardening is a twice-yearly publication committed to delivering expert information and inspiring images that capture the minds and imaginations of Canadian gardeners. Although our strongest focus is on gardening, each issue of our magazine incorporates lifestyle elements that reflect our philosophy that a garden is more than a thing to tend—it’s a destination; a place to reflect, relax, and reconnect.

Front Entrance Makeovers

There’s no denying the importance of a first impression. And with porches and patios becoming the new “fifth rooms,” there’s no better time to make them shine. To show you how, we’ve taken one front entrance and given it three different looks: one contemporary, one fresh country and one traditional. So start here and get a feel for the basics. From tips on colour palettes to the principles of proportion and balance, we’ve got everything you need to create a entrance with style—yours!

Melon Mojito

Sweet melon and mint come together in this cool green cocktail that tastes as refreshing as it looks.