Variety of galls affect flora in Winnipeg

Major damage usually preventable

I've written about specific tree and shrub galls, especially black-knot galls on Schubert choke cherry trees, but here's a broader perspective on the variety of galls out there in the Winnipeg area. Birch Crown Galls I recently discovered these rare galls this . . .

Posted: 2013-08-24

It's about time

Decorative clocks can make a statement

Most of us have a clock in at least one room of the home, so why not make a statement with it? Clocks or timepieces can be a unique, conversational feature in the home. From sundials to projection clocks, there's . . .

Posted: 2013-08-24

Bridgwater show home comes loaded

Two-storey's impressive layout makes it feel larger than it actually is

As fascinating as new home shopping can be, there's always one caveat to keep in mind. That caveat? That the show home (in most cases) you're walking through is the upscale model. Consequently, the price quoted for that home versus one . . .

Posted: 2013-08-24

Feeling of tranquility

Family-ready Fort Garry home offers gems galore

Drive down any street, and there's always one home that seems to command your attention. One such home is 907 North Dr. in east Fort Garry. Turn off Pembina Highway, and voila, there it is a short way down on the . . .

Posted: 2013-08-24

Leftover paint great for accents

When your d©cor project is done, you'll most likely have leftover paint. You'll want to keep some of it for touch-ups but still, there will be lots of paint left, which carries lots of possibilities.Since the paint will be in . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17

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used furniture is a great way to add character to your home, but searching through stained coffee tables and outdated dressers can have you rushing to the nearest .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

Going for the cat's meow

(Part Two of a series about the renovation of an Oak Street bungalow in River Heights.)If cats could speak, homeowner Diana said her pet feline Taz would opine on the progress of the renovation to her Oak Street . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17

Location key to home office

Natural light, minimal distraction key

Working from home is definitely a growing trend. According to Statistics Canada, more than one in five university-graduate employees works at home. While a conference call from your sofa may sound ideal, working in the same place you relax and . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17

Think big

Large perennials liven up small spaces

With modern yards getting smaller all the time, the use of larger plants has all but disappeared. But there are many larger perennials that work well in a smaller landscape and can also greatly enhance the look of an area . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17

Reluctant decorator puts on Damask

How much time we spend thinking about the colour of our living room or what tile to put in the bathroom varies greatly according to our interests, budgets and partners. But I wager at some point almost everybody has a . . .

Posted: 2013-08-17