Investing in Nesting
If You Build it, They Will Come Tree cavities, crucial for resting and nesting, can be scarce in […] … Continue reading
Green Your Property
Growing Inspiration
Maintain a picture-perfect garden all year long with these simple sustainable landscaping tips: Summer Water your plants at … Continue reading
Michigan Lily
Lilium michiganese If you are looking for a bold summer flower to add to your garden, try Michigan … Continue reading
Picture Perfect: Top Native Plants for Your Instagram Feed
Want to show off your garden and wow friends and family with your photos? When searching for snapshots in the … Continue reading
Riparian Rhapsody
What is it? Riparian zone: the transition areas that span the gap between land and water. Rhapsody: a poem or … Continue reading
Cultivating Collaboration on Rented Farmland
Learn How Farmers and Agricultural Landowners Can Develop Beneficial Relationships This event aims to support both farmers who
Summer Safety Message: Be Aware of Urban River Flooding Due to Thunderstorms
July 3, 2024, MISSISSAUGA – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near … Continue reading
Septic Social Workshop
Get Pumped About Septic System Health A failing septic system is costly, inconvenient and even dangerous. Gather outdoors
Wetlands: Nature’s Multi-Taskers
This is part five of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
Flower Flies: More Than They Appear to Bee
While butterflies and bees grab most of the headlines, there are several other impactful species responsible for pollinating … Continue reading
Dampening the Drought: Adapting to Hotter, Drier SummersÂ
Climate change brings higher temperatures and more frequent droughts in summer. Instead of struggling to keep non-native plants … Continue reading
Reasons to Choose the Chelsea Chop
To control the height and blooms of your perennials, consider adding the Chelsea Chop to your spring maintenance … Continue reading
New England Aster
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Asters thrive with the Chelsea Chop as it encourages shorter, sturdier stems and fuller plants. Left … Continue reading
The Chelsea Chop
The Chelsea Chop is a pruning technique that can be used on some native wildflowers to delay or … Continue reading
Generation Restoration
It’s that time of the year again! Celebrate Canadians taking action for the environment and kick off Canadian Environment … Continue reading
The Road to Building Resilience
Is your property climate-ready? Now, more than ever, landowners are facing a growing list of climate change effects … Continue reading
Join Credit Valley Conservation at the Prepare your Property for Climate Change Bus Tour
This event is cancelled. Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) invites rural landowners to attend the Prepare your Property for … Continue reading
More Local Plants to Grow
We’re excited to announce that the new Woodland Plants for Landscaping booklet is ready for you to enjoy! Originally released in … Continue reading
Cucumber Tree
Magnolia acuminata Often referred to as the cucumber magnolia, this large tree, native to parts of southern Ontario … Continue reading
Putting Down Roots: Proper Planting Depth
How deep is too deep? Planting a tree incorrectly can have an immediate or long-lasting impact on the … Continue reading
Grasslands for All: Supporting Livestock, Wildlife and Climate Resilience
This is part four of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading