When work meets play

A tractor equipped with a powerful snowblower is essential when living on an acreage in the country. Without it, getting snowed in can easily become a daily ritual during the worst of winter. Having served its purpose, I recently traded . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Perennial winners

Specimen plants make a statement

A specimen plant, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is defined as an unusual or impressive plant grown as a focus of interest in a garden. Specimen perennials garner plenty of interest. The reaction goes something like this: "Wow, what is that . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

A/C essential for mould prevention

Question: I have my air conditioning running, with the temperature set fairly low on my thermostat, but it does not seem to cool the house properly. The air feels cooler than outside, but it still feels sort of humid inside . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Ash curl aphids going to townon local trees

It's likely too late to spray to save your ash trees

THIS summer, wingless aphids have appeared in very large numbers on the leaves of green ash tree leaves and to a lesser extent on black ash leaves. Where I live, there are a great many ash trees displaying the obvious . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Special feeder will keep birds from snacking on garden

Question: I’m wondering whether you can suggest a way of controlling the sparrows in my garden other than trapping them. They are taking over my produce and devouring my lettuce, raspberries, peas etc. I must do something or there will . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Home sweet haunted home

Couple moves into new home only to discover some unexpected occupants

Got ghosts? A friend of mine says she and her husband are living in a haunted house. I asked if they’d let me tell their spooky tale. They agreed, asking only that we keep their name and location private, for obvious reasons. . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Make old new again

Ten simple ways to give everyday items a fresh purpose

Summer is a hard time for me to think about decorating; I mostly turn my focus outside to my garden and porch. But I do use these months to edit my closets and clear the clutter. (I am inspired by . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

A beauty with brains

Stylish, efficient layout makes this Prairie Pointe home a winner

When builders introduce a new home design, that introduction is usually accompanied by more than a bit of trepidation. That’s because it’s an unproven design. With no track record, the home, while promising, is a blank slate. Only time will tell . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

Majestic riverfront work of art

Designed by architect David Goyer, top-floor suite a truly rare find

It’s a sight seldom seen at the Waterfront Condominiums — a For Sale sign. There’s a simple explanation for that rare occurrence, says Royal LePage Top Producers’ Glen MacAngus. "This is one of Winnipeg’s most sought-after condominium complexes because of its incredible . . .

Posted: 2017-07-15

WATCH: CherryHill Living. Upscale Recreational Living in Manitoba

Willy Williamson visits CherryHill Living, an upscale RV and Park Model Community just outside Steinbach, Manitoba. A new concept in recreational living for Manitoba, CherryHill Living offers 2 season, and new 4 season lots for an affordable, convenient, alternative country . . .

Posted: 2017-07-13