Halophytes: Salt Lovers
Salt from winter maintenance ends up in our water and soil. Many plants can’t survive such salty conditions and end […] … Continue reading
Native Plants
Home Grown Success: 15 Years of Planting on Urban Properties
Thanks to willing watershed residents, we’ve planted over 3,000 trees and shrubs on local home properties, through CVC’s … 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
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
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
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
Creepy Flora in the Credit River Watershed
These Strange Plants Really Exist If you thought creepy and strange plants were only the stuff of nightmares … 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
Benefits of Dividing Plants
As a garden matures, some perennial plants (plants that return each year) will benefit from being divided. This … Continue reading
Partner Resources to Reduce Flood Risk
Get your Business Flood Ready Is your business at risk of flooding? Businesses within the TRCA jurisdiction of … Continue reading
New Invaders
Jumping worms – Amynthas spp., Metaphire spp., Pheretima spp. Jumping worms are invasive earthworms most likely to be … Continue reading
The 3-30-300 Rule
Trees play a vital role in cooling cities, reducing carbon dioxide, supporting wildlife and enhancing air quality. They’re … Continue reading
Choosing the Best Spot for Your Tree to Thrive
Thinking about where you could locate a new tree, or whether you have enough space? Finding the right … Continue reading
Ferns: Ancient Species Hiding in Plain Sight
Ancient Species in the Watershed The mention of pre-historic times often brings to mind enormous dinosaurs. Did you … 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
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 Summers
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
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
Transforming Lawns to Landscapes
In recent years, there’s been a lot of press about “No-Mow May”, a call-to-action urging us to leave … Continue reading