Spruce up your tree this Christmas

I love big, grand Christmas trees. But in my snug little cottage, we just don’t have the room. So this year, I’m trying something different. To get the illusion of a large tree, I’m putting a five-foot tree into a garden . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Tropical plant suppliers still recovering from Hurricane Irma

Florida a key provider of indoor greenery

A houseplant is a plant grown indoors. This hardly seems an adequate description for a living thing that grows, absorbs water and nutrients, purifies the air that we breathe and decorates our living spaces. Most houseplants are tropical plants by another . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Everything and the kitchen sink

I've found the perfect place for Christmas shopping

Today’s column is about the PERFECT place to go Christmas shopping. However, before I lead you to a place of fascinating treasures and even better savings (who doesn’t love a deal?) I feel it is my duty to issue the following . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Safety top priority when tackling electrical

Wiring best left to professionals

When it came time to complete the electrical wiring for my recording studio, anxiety had long been running through my veins. I had elected to apply for my own electrical permit at the local Manitoba Hydro office and perform the . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Roof-mounted vent should eliminate icicles

Question: Can you tell me what I can do about ice forming where my bathroom fan vents into my soffit? I have a bungalow where the bathroom fan on the main level vents along a smooth three-inch duct for about five . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Little care needed for hardy cacti

Question: Can you please send me a tried-and-true remedy for fertilizing a cactus? — Betty Answer: Cacti are hardy plants that require low nutrient care. Homemade cacti fertilizer is as easy as combining 1 tbsp of Epsom salt and 1 gallon water. Misting . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Homeowner lets the future shine in

Winnipegger hopes to one day rely solely on alternative energy sources

When it comes to using electricity Jeremy Choy is always looking to save money and help the environment, so as much as possible he chooses to harness the power of the sun. "For me it’s not about the short game, it’s . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Smart design hits the mark

Eldwood III floor plan is equal parts style and function

Whenever a new home design possesses an intuitively livable interior feel, it’s no accident. Designers invest a lot of time and effort into each aspect of a home’s esthetic. When that happens, everything comes together to create a home that’s equal . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Prim and prime

Upscale condo in great location is more than meets the eye

If you’re looking for a well-appointed upscale condo in a prime location, there’s no better place to live than Wellington Crescent. But because many condos in the area are dated and there’s scant new condo stock, buyers often eventually expand their . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Get support throughout the home buying process

Buying a new home can be daunting — there are many factors to consider. How much do you need for a down payment? How much should your monthly mortgage payments be? How can you sell your old home? Now there’s a . . .

Posted: 2017-11-15