– photos by nuttycake.com, special thanks to trendspotter Susi McMillan – My Shopping Shop with a basket! Little action, big impact. You won’t forget, because it’s a piece of art, you won’t need soft plastic for most veggies and fruit. Shop with a basket. Do good, feel good, and look good. My Habits Think […]
Trendspotting: It’s Our Wonderful World – 5 Ways to Make a Difference
– by Barry Mathias Photos by nuttycake.com – Historically Central Saanich was a farming area, but over the years there has been a gradual change. The Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) now covers approximately 60 percent of the district, and is mainly hobby farms, with a few small working farms and vineyards. The municipality embraces both the
Seaside Homes: Reports From the Housing Front – Focus On Central Saanich
– by Colin Eaton, Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. – You’ve probably heard it said that you should take everything in moderation … or you can get too much of a good thing. But mulch is one of those things that provide benefit the more you use. It benefits your garden at every time of
West Coast Gardener: Healthy Gardens and Mulching Go Hand in Hand
– by Thomas Teuwen – Ready or not, the solar revolution is happening. Here are three tips to help you prepare. The first is to think of sunshine as your friend. You can do this by paying attention to what we call light-lines. How does the sun flow into your home as the seasons change?
On Design: Are You Ready for Solar?
– by Hans Tammemagi – Cycling around Lulu Island, where Richmond, B.C. sits, was like a trip around the world, and carbon-free to boot. My adventure began in Steveston, at the whale-shaped island’s southwest corner. I entered the Strait of Georgia Cannery, a rambling old building on pilings. This National Historic Site gives vivid insights
