Make a splash

Grasses add colour, texture to your garden palette

This season, daring to be different with ornamental grass varieties has never been easier. Among the most versatile of plants, grasses are perfect partners for perennials and annuals in both beds and containers.The human eye can see more shades of . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Developers and buyers of homes pay enough

Gordon Sinclair Jr. wrote an excellent column on May 16 regarding a questionnaire that was requisitioned by the City of Winnipeg. The survey, in one form or another, has been around for years; however, it appears this year's version was . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

The mystery of the missing cold-air vents

QUESTION: We have a 1948 1�-storey house. Just wondering why there are no cold-air return vents in the upper level or basement, just on the main floor?Bill YoungerAnswer: There are a lot of differences between modern homes and those built . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

How to make canned spaghetti sauce yummy

QUESTION: Is there a trick to making tasty spaghetti sauce without making it from scratch? Wess, Russell ANSWER: Yes. Here is the trick: Save about one cup of water from the cooked pasta. Strain the noodles as normal, you will . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Crown Spas celebrates grand opening

The May long weekend was a snow job for those who believe in global warming, but it didn't prevent tenacious Manitobans from booking a record number of campsites. We remain cockeyed optimists, even though we know from bitter experience variable . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Fire blight disease slowly winning the battle

I receive hundreds of questions each year from readers, clients and those who visit my website. Here are two questions that keep popping up:Question: In the past few years, you have commented and described the symptoms and control of fire . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

'A space that becomes JOYOUS and alive'

When top fashion designers show off their new clothing lines, all eyes are on the runway. When top fashion and decor designer Simon Chang talks home decor and colour, people listen.For anyone who loves the idea of walking through their . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Opening the cottage

Clearing critters and stale air just the beginning

If you're planning to go to the cottage this weekend, chances are it's the first time you've seen it in months -- and there will be a few problems awaiting your arrival.Animal alertStart by doing an exterior check. Look for . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Sold May 23

SOLD:CharleswoodADDRESS: 291 Marlton Cres.ASKING PRICE: $639, 900SOLD PRICE: $610, 000TAXES: $5, 090SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 841BEDROOMS: 3BATHROOMS: 3LOT SIZE: 90 x 245LISTING AGENT: Marina Novelli, The Property Exchange Group, 204-803-7842SELLING AGENT: Brandt McKillop, RE/MAX Town & Country, 204-467-8000SOLD:Elmwood ParkADDRESS: 280 Bredin . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23

Contemporary design in a compact space

Fortune Homes model packs big punch, cutting-edge features

It's something home builders do on a regular basis: when confronted with a challenge, they get creative.Which is exactly what Fortune Homes owner George Kwan did when time came to build a brand-new home on a compact 25-foot-by-100-foot infill lot . . .

Posted: 2015-05-23