Gardening With Flower Direct

Pussy Willows are very popular here in Alberta. They grow wild and are a beautiful addition to dried flower arrangements. Learn what you need to know when you’re picking Pussy Willows.

Native Alberta Plants – When you use plants native to your area you can eliminate many of the hazards of gardening, because you can be sure the plants will be cold tolerant and definitely hardy in your conditions.

Plant Propagation – Every cell, both in the animal and plant worlds, carry the DNA for the entire organism. Only in plants, however, can you entice a single cell to reproduce more cells, and to grow into an entirely new plant.

Plant diseases are often symptoms of other environmental or cultural problems. When the plant is in a weakened state it is more likely to succumb to the ravages of a disease that it can usually resist.

British Columbia Flowers – West of the Rocky Mountains the ecosystems change drastically and there is a whole new spectrum of Flowers and plant materials that can be collected from the wild or grown in the home garden

Preserving Flowers and Herbs – The colour and fragrance of your summer garden can be preserved to enjoy all year long. People have always dried flowers and herbs for medicinal and decorative purposes.

Learn about perennial garden plants. General information on perennials, what types are available, where to plant them, how to select perennials plus basic care and handling of the perennial plants in your garden.

The climate zone map. Use this map to figure out what zone you live in. Knowing your zone allows you to purchase perennial plants that will survive winter in your area.