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Your Garden’s Spring Kick-Start Guide

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Your Garden’s Spring Kick-Start Guide

02 04 2026 +

Ready to jump into spring gardening? Our Spring Gardens Kick‑Start Guide is your go‑to resource for getting a strong start in the Maritime growing season. Learn which cool‑season crops to plant first, how to prepare your soil, and the essential steps to set your garden up for success from day one. Whether you're a new grower or a seasoned gardener, this guide will help you make the most of early spring planting.

Garden Layout: What to Consider When Starting Your Garden

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Garden Layout: What to Consider When Starting Your Garden

01 04 2026 +

Planning your garden layout is the first step to a productive growing season. By considering sunlight, soil quality, spacing, and long‑term goals, you’ll set yourself up for a healthier, easier-to-maintain garden from the very start.

Seed Starting in Spring: What to Start & When

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Seed Starting in Spring: What to Start & When

01 04 2026 +

Seed starting in Atlantic Canada is all about timing, with the last frost typically arriving in early to mid‑May. Cool‑season crops like onions and leeks can be started indoors in early March, while herbs, brassicas, and flowers follow later in the month for healthy seedlings ready to transplant once the weather warms.

Winter Wellness for Dogs: The Right Foods for the Season

Types of seeds: Heirloom, Hybrid, Open Pollenated

Cleaning Your Horse Track for Riding Season

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Cleaning Your Horse Track for Riding Season

01 04 2026 +

Get your riding season off to a smooth start by giving your horse track a thorough spring clean. From clearing winter debris to grooming footing and checking drainage, a little early‑season prep goes a long way in creating a safer, more comfortable surface for both horse and rider.

The Benefits Of A Raw Food Diet For Dogs & Cats

Nesting Boxes: Prep Your Backyard for Spring Birds!

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Nesting Boxes: Prep Your Backyard for Spring Birds!

18 03 2026 +

Spring is the perfect time to welcome more birds into your backyard by setting up clean, well‑placed nesting boxes. With the right materials, placement, and a little seasonal prep, you can create a safe, inviting space for birds to raise their young and enjoy a season full of song.

Winter Wellness for Dogs: The Right Foods for the Season

Prevent Cabin Fever in Pets During Long Winters