Lettuce not forget to thin out seedlings

A new gardener, who is trying her hand at vegetable gardening, planted seeds of lettuce, carrot and radish. Now that they're all sprouting, she's not sure how many to leave growing and how many to thin out. In fact, she and . . .

Posted: 2008-07-06

ASK THE INSPECTOR: When fixing someone else's mistake, get it right the second time

QUESTION: I have a bit of a problem I was hoping you could help me with. I bought my first house approximately three years ago. The basement is finished and has a bathroom with a corner shower unit. Unfortunately, when . . .

Posted: 2013-01-26

Almost time to sow seeds

Growing your own vegetables means enjoying summer salads filled with the fruits of your labours.To help decode how you get there, here's a cheat sheet of when and how to start seeds for the most common edibles inside as bedding . . .

Posted: 2015-03-14

Boil water and vinegar to clean your microwave

Question: I use my microwave about three or four times per day, it is three years old and smells like food. What is the best way to freshen it, so that it doesn’t look and smell disgusting? Samson Answer: Pour 1/4-cup of . . .

Posted: 2021-02-27

Throwaway furniture lives again

'Upcycling' transforms yard-sale pieces into showpieces for your home

Yard-sale season has arrived and with it a treasure trove of potential.Buying used furniture is a great way to add character to your home, but searching through stained coffee tables and outdated dressers can have you rushing to the nearest . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17

Keep the deer at bay with spray

Walking quietly toward the edge of our yard, the mother and baby were cute — until they started chomping away on our hardy hibiscus shrubs that were so healthy and lush.And that’s how we were introduced to deer at our . . .

Posted: 2016-10-22

SOLUTIONS: Bring dishes back to their original colour

QUESTION: We live in the country and have hard, rusty water. My Corelle dishes are turning a yellowish, brown colour because I have washed them in bleach. Does this come off somehow and what can I do to get them . . .

Posted: 2012-02-04

Go wild for ORCHIDS

Grow the ultimate indoor plant for dazzling blooms

Orchids are bona fide blooming houseplants with spectacular long-lasting flowers. But their obvious beauty is only one reason that orchids have gone mainstream. There are so many different types of orchids to choose from, many of which are more . . .

Posted: 2022-10-22

Seed to Plant: Tips to success

Time spent choosing seeds for the right location is the initial step in creating a beautiful garden. Your decisions are made and your intention may be the next step of starting them early. Your adventure into growing indoors begins with . . .

Posted: 2016-02-26

ASK THE INSPECTOR: When insulating garage, consider moisture

QUESTION: Last fall, we had a garage built in anticipation of moving permanently to Sandy Hook. I'm pleased to say that after four months of decluttering and five different contractors doing upgrades, we sold our home in Winnipeg and completed . . .

Posted: 2011-10-29