Fantastic Flora in the Watershed
As the weather warms up for the season, the Credit River Watershed is transforming with the vibrant tapestry […] … Continue reading
As the weather warms up for the season, the Credit River Watershed is transforming with the vibrant tapestry […] … Continue reading
Salt from winter maintenance ends up in our water and soil. Many plants can’t survive such salty conditions and end … Continue reading
Amelanchier laevis In early spring, before leaves appear, smooth serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis) delights us with its showy white … Continue reading
Thinking of planting a new tree? Here are some of the most common questions we’ve been asked about … Continue reading
Cephalanthus occidentalis The unique pom-pom-like flowers of the eastern buttonbush make it fun to grow if you have … Continue reading
Flooding, no matter what time of year it happens, can stress soil and plants and leave them vulnerable … Continue reading
Snow cover and prolonged below zero temperatures play a vital role in the health of plants and soil. … Continue reading
Monarda punctata Fun-looking spotted beebalm is a unique standout in any well-draining soil. Pale white to pinkish bracts … Continue reading
While your garden sleeps this winter, plan your yard so you can be surrounded by blooms throughout the … Continue reading
Cornell Lab Bird Academy Do you want to learn how to identify, draw or understand bird behaviour? The … Continue reading
Circle of Friendship Le Cercle de l’Amitié, which translates to “circle of friendship” in English, has been a … Continue reading
Building Resilient Communities with Canon Canada Our Students for Stormwater team has been busy at schools in the … Continue reading
Ilex verticillata Add colour to your fall and winter garden. Choose a female common winterberry (Ilex verticillata) shrub … Continue reading
If you’re planting native trees and shrubs in your yard this fall, you’re likely going through the usual … Continue reading
Coreopsis lanceolata With bursts of warm yellow, lance-leaved coreopsis brightens any garden. Reliable lance-shaped leaves provide greenery throughout … Continue reading
Dividing overcrowded perennials is a common practice performed by gardeners to keep plants healthy. The resulting smaller clumps can … Continue reading
Get your Business Flood Ready Is your business at risk of flooding? Businesses within the TRCA jurisdiction of … Continue reading
Jumping worms – Amynthas spp., Metaphire spp., Pheretima spp. Jumping worms are invasive earthworms most likely to be … Continue reading
Trees play a vital role in cooling cities, reducing carbon dioxide, supporting wildlife and enhancing air quality. They’re … Continue reading
Cornus alternifolia We have many native dogwoods in Ontario. Most are small to medium shrubs with opposite leaves … Continue reading
Chicken Wire Fence for Year-round Protection Young trees and shrubs have tender bark that is easily damaged by … Continue reading