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Closed for the Winter Season

Posted on January 6, 2020 by lthurston

We are now closed for our long winter’s nap. See you in April! Thank you to all of our amazing customers in 2019. We are now closed for our long winter’s nap. We will be open again in April to help you with all of your spring projects. Check our Facebook page for updates on […]

Christmas 2019 Workshops

Posted on October 15, 2019, Edited October 15, 2019 by lthurston

Make your home a sight to see, come join us at Johnston’s Greenhouse for our 2019 Christmas Workshops! We are taking reservations for our Christmas Workshops now. From porch decorations to winter planters we have a full range of workshops for everyone. Join us and our team will guild you through the process and help […]

Fall Workshops

Posted on September 10, 2019, Edited October 15, 2019 by lthurston

Our Fall workshops begin in September and run through October. Bring your own group of friends OR join in one of our scheduled workshops for a fun, creative work of art that you can proudly say “I made that”. Our workshops are full of laughter and fun. No matter if you believe you have no […]

Lawn Grubs: How to Apply Nematodes [Video]

Posted on June 10, 2019, Edited September 16, 2019 by Chris Heckel

For any lawn enthusiast, the white grub is public enemy #1! The brown patches the white grub leaves on your lawn aren’t just ugly, they are an eyesore. Fight grubs naturally with beneficial nematodes, naturally occurring microscopic worms that prey on grubs. An enemy of my enemy is my friend! For more tips on how […]

Asparagus: Planting, Harvesting & Growing this Perennial Vegetable

Posted on May 10, 2019, Edited September 16, 2019 by Chris Heckel

Asparagus is a perennial bulb and stem vegetable that greets us every spring. It may take 2 to 3 years to get started and produce, so patience is needed! But then the plant can be productive up to 20 years, so we think it’s worth the wait. Asparagus has male and female plants, with the female plants […]

Planting Instructions: Annuals and Perennials

Posted on April 10, 2019, Edited September 16, 2019 by Chris Heckel

Helpful hints on how to successfully plant your newly purchased nursery stock, specifically annuals and perennials. Annuals and perennials can make a big impact on any garden. They bring colour and excitment to your home Here is a helpful guide on planting your new trees but as always our team is happy to answer any […]

Planting Instructions for Trees, Shrubs and Evergreens

Posted on April 10, 2019, Edited September 16, 2019 by Chris Heckel

Helpful hints on how to successfully plant your newly purchased trees, shrubs, and evergreens. Planting trees, shrubs, or evergreens is a big investment in your garden. These plants make an impact on your yard and will last for years if properly planted and cared for. Here is a helpful guide on planting your new trees […]

Winter Workshops

Posted on October 10, 2018, Edited September 16, 2019 by whatever

Oh what fun it is… … to make a winter urn display Time to start thinking about Christmas and Winter decorations. Create a warm welcoming feeling to your front door or create an indoor display that is alive, beautiful and fills your home with smells of Christmas. Bring your own group of friends OR join […]

Canna Lilies Storing for the winter (or) over wintering

Posted on October 6, 2018, Edited September 16, 2019 by Chris Heckel

Firstly and before you dig up your Canna bulbs you must wait until after the first killing frost in the fall. With your shovel in the ground far enough to go under the bulb, gently lift the shovel and pull the bulb out of the ground. Remove soil from the bulb. If the soil […]

June is Perennials Month – Here is a Handy Blooming Guide Month by Month

Posted on June 4, 2017, Edited October 1, 2019 by Chris Heckel

Perennials in bloom month by month There are over 300 different types of perennials. We can compose a list of many of the favourites to help you understand when your plants will be in bloom Advantages of Perennials Reliable & resilient, returning every year. Lots of variety Low maintenance plants. They require less than two […]