Our story
About a decade and a half ago, I accidentally discovered Canada’s native plants when I was forced to sit still, looking after two under two. Letting the “weeds” grow tall we observed pollinators buzzing around them and hungry caterpillars devouring weeds and emerging as stunning butterflies.
The most remarkable side effect was it all tripled our garden’s produce!
Our curiosity ignited a feverish quest for knowledge. We accidentally discovered how improving our own backyard ecosystem benefitted our garden produce and with years of investigating, planting, expanding, trial and error we created an incredible ecosystem that supports our family in more ways than just food!
Going Native
Incorporating native plants into your garden not only benefits the environment but also creates a vibrant, resilient, and low-maintenance space for you to enjoy.
We’ll help you make this happen!
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Nature’s Workforce
Have you ever wondered which species are responsible for pollinating your flowers, fruits and vegetables and who takes care of pests, so you don’t have to?
Sprouting Curiosity
Free educational resources designed to spark a love for nature, science, and creativity! We’re planting the seeds for curiosity and hands-on learning.
About us
We invite you to join us in creating beautiful, sustainable, and productive spaces that honour the natural world and its incredible potential.
Latest post
Each autumn, a seemingly fragile insect embarks on one of the most epic migrations on Earth. The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) defies expectations, traveling thousands of kilometres and spanning multiple generations. All without a GPS or return ticket! But their journey isn’t just remarkable; it’s vital. And you, dear gardener, can play a role in their success…. read more on our latest post.“Monarch Butterfly”
Monarch Butterflies: Sky-Bound Royalty of North America
“One person’s weed is another person’s wildflower.” – Susan Wittig Albert