Strawberry plant Archives

Phytophthora disease on plants? Here’s what to know and do about it.

Phytophthora is a word used to describe more than just a single disease. The term refers to many different plant pathologies which have more or less severe impacts (crown rot, mildew, ink disease, etc.) It’s more accurate to use the phrase “phytophthora diseases”.

Different plants need different mulch

There is a mind-numbing amount of mulches on the market, and it’s never simple to find out which one is best for where you live and the plants you want to mulch.

Mulch like straw is a favorite for many plants

Cuttings and propagation, guiding principles

Preparing cuttings is a plant propagation technique. A key benefit is that you reproduce the same exact plant as the one you love!

Growing vegetables & ‘shrooms with ready-made kits

A sprig of basil here, a couple oyster mushrooms or cherry tomatoes there… It’s possible to taste home-grown versions of these delicacies even if you live in an apartment!

Strawberry health benefits, a diuretic you can’t get enough of

Small and tasty, nutritious strawberry only weighs a couple grams, not much more than when it was first discovered in forest underbrush many years ago.

Layering strawberry plants, simple steps for more berries!

September marks the beginning of fall, and it is a great time to plant your strawberries and layer them, too.

Runners of strawberry plants guided along a cement driveway to spread and multiply.

Tasty strawberries, the secret to growing them

Here are a few simple tips to succeed in growing strawberries. If you don’t want to eat bland strawberries sold in supermarkets, grow your own!

Strawberry plant, from sowing to luscious harvest

A strawberry plant produces fruits with a tender and fragrant flesh, which bring to mind thoughts of summer, sun and refreshing snacks.

Botrytis, a formidable fungal opponent – Fear not! These tips will eradicate it!

One of the most aggressive killers in the garden, Botrytis is a fungal disease that can attack all sorts of plants. It forms gray mold after it enters through wounds

Tiny fruit trees for small gardens and decks

A small fruit tree will fit in tight spaces like a balcony, deck, terrace or small garden, both in cities and in the country.

Layering or marcotting, a propagation technique

Layering is a way to multiply plants quite easily, where a plant branch is buried to produce a new specimen.

Layering means putting a portion of a stem in the ground for it to root. In this case, lavender

Garden with your kids

Nice weather usually means eating more delicious fruits and vegetables. Why not seize the chance to garden and grow your own together with your children?

Grandfather unearthing a potato with a grandchild

Indoor vegetable patch, straightforward and effective

You live in an apartment, and your consumption of vegetables is minimal… what if you opted for an indoor vegetable patch? Easy and eye-catching, it is becoming a true trend.

Growing strawberries, a Smart Tip Tutorial

Strawberries are exciting to grow with children and this Smart Tip Tutorial is child’s play to follow, fun included! An easy way to get the strawberry bed up and rolling, rolling out nice strawberries, that is! Soil preparation, runners and protecting the fruits from slugs. Read more ►