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What kinds of ingredients should be considered when preparing for ornamental plants in a container? Please provide any hacks you may have for container gardening. We all like some cheer […]

Is the Curry plant edible? The curry plant (Helichrysum italicum) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers and aromatic foliage from the Mediterranean region. It has some reported medicinal and […]

The shiny geranium (Geranium lucidum) is native to Europe and Asia. As of 2021 it has been found in southwest B.C. including the greater Victoria, Sooke, Salt Spring Island, Comox […]

When do you plant potatoes in Victoria? As a general rule potatoes can be planted in March through June. However in our wet climate (that has seen chilly springs) it […]

Would the Hakonechloa do well in full sun? Hakonechloa grows in zones 4 – 9. It is suggested that the grass be planted in part sun or partial shade. In […]

How can I grow gaura successfully? Oenothera lindheimeri, gaura This is a sun loving, drought tolerant perennial with a long tap root. Its flower stalks are dotted with pink or […]

My established pear tree had a bad case of fire blight this past spring. It has been pruned but some leaves have turned black. Do I prune these out and […]

Fire blight : On pears (but applies to apples too) Return to: You Asked Us Question Topics Victoria Chapter page

The Basics About Scotch Broom for Gardeners. From the Broombusters Invasive Plant Society As Master Gardeners, you understand how each species of plant has unique needs and certain growth patterns. […]

March 2023 The balcony in my new condo is in 24-hour shade. Can you suggest a few plants or shrubs that could handle both living in pots and constant shade? […]