Eastern Buttonbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis The unique pom-pom-like flowers of the eastern buttonbush make it fun to grow if you have […] … Continue reading
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Protecting Your Soil After a Flood
Flooding, no matter what time of year it happens, can stress soil and plants and leave them vulnerable … Continue reading
Flooding Questions and Answers
During the winter, flood concerns may not be on the top of your mind, but those affected by … Continue reading
Public Service Announcement: Spring Safety Message: Be Safe Near Waterways
March 10, 2025 – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near rivers … Continue reading
Why Your Property Needs Winter
Snow cover and prolonged below zero temperatures play a vital role in the health of plants and soil. … Continue reading
Spotted Beebalm
Monarda punctata Fun-looking spotted beebalm is a unique standout in any well-draining soil. Pale white to pinkish bracts … Continue reading
More Local Plants to Grow!
With 120 plants to choose from, we’re excited to share our updated Prairie and Meadow Plants for Landscaping booklet. The … Continue reading
Life at the Water’s Edge: Why Riparian Ecosystems Matter
Life of the Credit River Watershed The streams and creeks that feed into the Credit River are crucial … Continue reading
Public Service Announcement: Winter Safety Message: Be Safe Near Waterways, Unsafe Ice
Jan 17, 2025 – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) reminds residents of the dangers near streams, rivers, ponds and … Continue reading
Spring Tree Planting: How to Choose Between Native or Non-native Species
We may be in the middle of winter, but we’re already looking ahead to spring. Now is the … Continue reading
Embracing the New Year
In Denmark, taking a break from the busyness of the day to enjoy the simple things with others … Continue reading
Bloomtime Calendar
While your garden sleeps this winter, plan your yard so you can be surrounded by blooms throughout the … Continue reading
Cozy up with Nature-based Educational Resources this Winter
Cornell Lab Bird Academy Do you want to learn how to identify, draw or understand bird behaviour? The … Continue reading
Le Cercle de l’Amitié: Promoting Community Through Green Spaces
Circle of Friendship Le Cercle de l’Amitié, which translates to “circle of friendship” in English, has been a … Continue reading
Rooted in Success: 20 Years of the Peel Rural Water Quality Program
This year, we celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Peel Rural Water Quality Program at the Peel Farm Tour. … Continue reading
What Lurks Beneath the Leaves
As leaves change colour and fall to the ground, many of us prepare to rake away the dead … Continue reading
Credit Valley Conservation and Canon Team Up For Environmental Initiative on School Grounds
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) and Canon Canada Inc. (Canon) teamed up this fall to build a rain garden … Continue reading
Breaking Records: Caring For Your Land in a New Climate Era
Extreme weather conditions, such as floods, and even events thousands of kilometres away like wildfires, are affecting our … Continue reading
Common Winterberry
Ilex verticillata Add colour to your fall and winter garden. Choose a female common winterberry (Ilex verticillata) shrub … Continue reading
Find the Right Spot for Fruiting Plants
If you’re planting native trees and shrubs in your yard this fall, you’re likely going through the usual … Continue reading
Choosing Male or Female Plants
We often enjoy flowers for their beauty and fragrance. But did you know that the unique colour and … Continue reading