ECA Review 2018-05-09

4 M a y 1 0 ' 1 8 H A N N A / C o r o n a t i o n / S t e t t l e r , A b . E C A r e v i e w
OPENING MAY 1 ST
Nick & Donna Kozak
11067 - 602 Secondary Rd
22km east of Alliance or
3km west of Junction Sec Rd # 872 &602
780-879-2240
Grasses and climbing plants are precious allies when it comes
to shielding your patio from prying eyes.
In addition to being easy to grow,
marigolds act as a repellent against
certain insects like aphids.
• Variety of
annuals,
perennials,
vegetables,
• herbs,
• Hanging
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gardening
Creating privacy in the garden and on the patio
Are you tired of letting your
neighbours spy on your yard to
their heart’s content?
Beyond fen ces and hedges —
which are practical for
back yards, but not so much for
urban patios — there are countless
ways to shield
your outdoor space
from prying eyes.
Here are a few to get
you inspired.
Natural screens
Take advantage of
the natural properties
of plants such as
sedges and climbers —
the latter of which
grow incredibly
quickly and require
little maintenance —
to create a vertical
garden.
Clematis, honeysuckle
and climbing
roses, for example, will embellish
your patio with their
colourful flowers, while the
dense foliage of vines, lichens
and hops will create a magnificent
screen of greenery. Walls,
fences, lattices, arbours — there
are tons of different structures
your plants can climb on.
Furthermore, sometimes it
only takes one strategically
positioned large plant (palm
tree, hibiscus, etc.) to create a
privacy screen. Something to
consider!
Smart
arrangements
Various arrangements
can allow
you to enjoy your
backyard in perfect
privacy.
Consider
awnings: a simple
sheet of fabric over
your meal area or
outdoor living
space is enough to
block the view of
neighbours whose
windows have a
bird’s eye view
Four easy-to-grow outdoor plants
Are you a gardening
novice looking for some
easy-to-grow plant varieties
to get started with? Here are
a few foolproof options for
you to try this summer.
1. Marigolds
Deep golden yellow marigolds
grow easily and
require little maintenance:
all you’ll need to do is
remove wilted flowers as
they appear and water when
the weather gets really hot.
Their pungent smell acts as
a natural repellent against
aphids, among other
pests.
2. Tuberous
begonias
Tuberous begonias
grow to be about 30
centimetres tall and
wide. These bulb
plants grow in full
sun or partial shade,
in fresh, well-drained
soil. They come in all
sorts of shapes and
colours, from yellow
to pink to bright red
and even white.
3. Cosmos
These large flowers
are perfect for flowerbeds.
They bloom
throughout the
summer and attract
butterflies. Plant
them in full sun and don’t
over water, as they prefer a
drier soil. Using compost is
not recommended for
cosmos, which would
become too big and require
a tutor.
4. Geraniums
Colourful and easy to care
for, geraniums only require
a little bit of effort. You’ll
need to regularly remove
wilted flowers and yellow
leaves to stimulate healthy
growth. Water them with
fertilizer-enriched water
once the surface of the soil is dry.
Ready to get your hands dirty? For
surefire success in the garden, ask the
experts at your local plant nursery or
garden centre for advice.
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CREATE
RELAX
INSPIRE
onto your yard.
Similarly, you could
frame your outdoor seating
with a wooden structure to
create a sort of outdoor
alcove. A nice folding
screen, some decorative curtains
suited for outdoor use
3” wide version
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Sunday,
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Machine planting: $10/tree
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pm
mulch and fertilizer)
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or a booth with a very high
backrest are all great ways
to block outside views.
With a little imagination,
you can easily create private,
secluded areas on your
property.
Linden Tree Farm
Hardy Locally Grown Trees and Shrubs
Feature Trees Size Price
Colorado Spruce 3’-5’ $60-$95
Dakota Pinnacle Birch 7-10 gal. 5’-7’ $100-$120
Laruel Leaf Willow 10-15 gal. 7’-9’ $75-$100
Mt. Ash – American 7 gal. 5’-6’ $75
Poplar-Various 5-10 gal. 4’-7’ $30-$75
Royalty & Selkirk Flowering Crab 7 gal. 5’-6’ $75
Schubert Chokecherry 7 gal. 5’-6’ $75
Weeping Birch 7-10 gal. 5’-7’ $75-$100
Feature Shrubs
Cotoneaster, Dogwood, Lilacs, Mock Orange, Mugo Pine,
Ninbark, Potentilla, Spirea & more
Bare root Cotoneaster & Spruce also available in April
Come in April or May for best selection
Many other trees and shrubs available
Complete price list at: www.lindentreefarm.ca
email: travis@lindentreefarm.ca or
call/text 403-888-9178
403-883-2849 or 403-741-8196
Check us out for a wide selection
of perennials, trees, shrubs, and
water plants that will grace your
gardens for years to come.
Browse our annuals,
succulents, and
tropicals for dramatic
statements and instant color.
Let your creative side go wild by
joining the miniature garden
craze with fun characters,
enchanting forest creatures,
fearsome dragons, cute cottages,
functional bridges and more.
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2 Miles south of Donalda
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