A Seed is a Promise | Best Tips on Growing & Sowing Seeds
Seeds are an economical way to grow and a wonderful way to teach children about the magic of plants and gardening. Read on for our best growing tips for your seeds.
The Basics
Are you a beginner or novice gardener? Just looking for a refresher on the basics? You're in the right place! For advice on the basics of plants, pruning, dead-heading, and everything in between, read our tips below.
Edible Gardening Tips for Homegrown Fresh Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs | Ottawa Valley
Growing your own vegetables, fruits and herbs is possible no matter your space. Be it a large backyard garden or a container garden on your front porch, balcony or patio, we have some great edible gardening tips so you can enjoy fresh homegrown food from your very own garden in the Ottawa Valley.
Planting Instructions with Easy Steps for Success | Gemmell's Garden Centre
We want you to be successful with your garden. To achieve the best results, we recommend following these planting instructions with easy steps for success.
Much More than a Pretty Face: 8 Health Benefits of Plants | Gemmell's Garden Centre
Sure plants are pretty and smell great, but did you know that many plants can actually benefit your physical and mental health?
Caring for Your Succulents & Air Plants | Gemmell's Garden Centre
Succulents and air plants are once again on trend. Learn how to easily care for them with our simple tips.
7 Simple Tips for a Well Designed Garden | Gemmell's Garden Centre
We know many gardeners feel that garden design is a daunting task, so we've gathered 7 simple tips to help you create a well designed garden.
A Breath of Fresh Air | How to Care for Tropical Foliage Plants
Attractive, decorative and functional, Tropical Foliage Plants are like adding a breath of fresh air to a room and in fact that is exactly what they do - increase the amount of oxygen in a room! Learn how to care for your tropical plant.
Fertilizer Has Changed | Why It Matters & What You Need to Know | Ottawa Gardening
New 17-5-17 Ratio | Recently the ratios for the N-P-K have significantly changed in fertilizer. Read on to discover why we have embraced this new way of thinking in horticulture and are helping our environment, with this high micronutrient, water soluble fertilizer, as well.
Gemmell's Garden Centre | Top 10 Series | Best Shrubs for Your Garden
In the anticipation of Spring, we've gathered our picks for the best shrubs for your garden. These beautiful, low maintenance, shrubs could easily take centre stage in your garden this season.