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 …
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.
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 …
