GROW A GLOWING GARDEN
Green grass graces our lawns again and trees are covered in buds. For those who don’t want to get their hands in the dirt, there’s an abundance of new products and plants available to make the job a little bit easier. With everything from hanging flower b
HANGING GARDENS
Gardening is often synonymous with grand backyards, garden plots and a generous plot of land — but it doesn’t have to be that way. For those of us with smaller porches, decks and balconies, the easiest way to use space is to go up. By using the infrastructure above, you can decorate the outdoors with hanging baskets and deluxe planters filled with beautiful floral arrangements. Find yours at your local Loblaws PC Garden Centre for just $24.99.
BERRY SWEET
Planting and growing your own food is a marvellous experience; you take care of a little plant and watch it yield some of the most delicious produce you’ve ever consumed. One of the more common plants found in backyards and on balconies are strawberries. Experience three different types of strawberries with PC’s Triple Strawberry Combo. Available at your local Loblaws PC Garden Centre for just $9.99.
A PERFECT ROSE
Roses are a popular choice amongst gardeners for their sunny spots — they’re a great repeat bloomer and are relatively easy to care for. This year, for Canada 150, consider investing in a truly Canadian rose: the Canadian Shield Rose. Named as 2017’s Flower of the Year by Canada Blooms, this truly Canadian flower is able to survive our rigorous winters from coast to coast. Its rich red colour will having you celebrating Canada beyond the sesquicentennial.
WALKING ON SUNSHINE
Flowers and gardens have a positive effect on us; they make us happier, smile more and make a welcoming atmosphere. The sight of beautiful flowers creates a sense of joy and wonder within us. An easy way of achieving this in your own home is to invest in Impatiens, a popular annual flower in many gardens. The PC Deluxe Hanging Basket Impatiens Sonic Series features these gorgeous flowers in five vibrant colours for $15.99 at your local Loblaws PC Garden Centre.
COLOUR COORDINATED
Gardeners have a wide choice of pots available to them. Some are made of porcelain and feature intricate artwork, some are made of clay and others come in a variety of colours. Some plants, like tomatoes, require cages or support structures to help them grow. PC’s Colour Match Veg Cage is perfect for these types of plants and is available in a variety of colours. Pick one up at your local Loblaws PC Garden Centre for $15.