Welcome again to the Singing Gardener page. As always, you are my guests of honour and I really do appreciate having readers stroll along with me on the Grainews garden path throughout the various seasons. Lots to write about, as always, including a new tomato for both the fresh market and the amateur gardener — plus, dealing […] Read more
A new tomato to try in the garden
Cherries for your Valentine?
It’s always nice to hear something positive such as: “What a sweetheart you are!” You may well receive a similar response after presenting somebody special in your life with “a gift that grows.” A paper cutout in the shape of a red heart or a Valentine’s Day card by itself just won’t do. How about […] Read more
More on deer-proofing
More on deer-proofing your yard and garden as a result of a letter from Emily Fulkerth at Didsbury, Alta. She wrote in part, “I just have to share my experience living with deer and elk. We have tried everything to save my garden, flowers and trees. So after reading your article last spring, I decided […] Read more
Folklore, moonlore, flowers and tomatoes
From a touch of humour to the mystique of folklore and taking a look at brown-eyed Susan (also known as black-eyed Susan). Why I’m growing Tall Tree tomato again this year… it’s all right here! HE LOVES HORSES, I LOVE GARDENING My 16-year-old grandson Kirk is an avid horseback rider. He lives on a farm […] Read more
Tomatoes and onions
Tomatoes are No. 1 when it comes to home gardens and horticultural crops in the U.K. Onions are designated the second most important veggie in that country. Canadians also love their homegrown fruits of the vine. Need I say both tomatoes and onions are part and parcel of my assembly of words that follow? FIRST, […] Read more
Last column of 2012
Wondering what to get a good friend or special relative for Christmas? A subscription to Grainews comes to mind immediately. It’s an excellent way to say hello and remember someone with a thoughtful gift during the holiday season. He or she will truly appreciate your kindness and who knows? I, Ted, might also gain a […] Read more
Well howdy folks, howdy
Once again, it’s Singing Gardener time. So pour yourself a cup of regular or green tea with Grainews in hand and imagine that I’m sitting across the table from you. WELL HOWDY FOLKS, HOWDY Those were opening words I often used while travelling with a country music band during live stage performances as its MC. From a […] Read more
Get tough with houseplants
Do you have a stubborn houseplant that won’t do what’s expected of it? A verbal scolding and some homemade plant food might help. Remember… you’re in charge of the plant. It’s not in charge of you! Lots more on this Grainews page including some feedback about portulaca, but don’t expect a picture. Everyone knows what […] Read more
Ted shares more emails
Welcome everybody! The presses have rolled again and I’m still catching up with more focus on emails. You’re now reading the Singing Gardener page in the July/August Grainews issue. It’s hard to believe, but we’ve reached the point of mid-summer. Where have the weeks and months gone? Reminds me of a sign I once saw along the T-Can. […] Read more
More on earthworms and pest control
Today’s agenda includes more about earthworm control and a request for homemade brew to hang in apple trees. Perhaps I can cap things at the end with some touches of humour. A British specialist in liver disorders says: People who are “liverish” would benefit to an extraordinary degree if they cultivated a really good, hearty […] Read more
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
