Nature scrapbook: Hemlock

Nature scrapbook: Hemlock

Hemlocks are sanctuaries for birds and animals in winter, and offer cottagers some shade come summer

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Nature scrapbook: Moccasin flowers

Nature scrapbook: Moccasin flowers

Learn more about these delicate flowers from the orchid family

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How to choose the best garden for your cottage

How to choose the best garden for your cottage

How to prepare, plant and tend to your naturalistic cottage garden

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Cottage country’s fall colours

Cottage country's fall colours

15 of our favourite photo contest entries of the most beautiful time of the year

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7 poisonous plants

7 poisonous plants

What to avoid touching and/or eating in the great outdoors

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How to design a garden

How to design a garden

What to consider before doing the planting

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6 pruning tips

6 pruning tips

To keep trees healthy and protect your property, give them proper care

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How to cut down a tree

How to cut down a tree

When a tree just has to come down, make sure you and your equipment are up to the task

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How to trim tree branches

How to trim tree branches

The proper and safer way to trim trees on your property

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Top native plants for deterring deer

Top native plants for deterring deer

Want to discourage whitetails from hanging around? There are plants for that

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