PRAIRIE GARDENER: Don't fall behind now

Chores to be done in the garden as another winter approaches

Thank goodness we got to revel in the past four weeks of summer weather during September when the tomatoes seemed to ripen all at once and that last little bit of enjoyment could be squeezed from the garden. But, the . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

Plant health anything but slim in the shade

How to add splash of bright colour where sun doesn't shine

Condo or apartment dwellers who have north-facing or other low-light balconies or decks are limited in the types of plants that will grow well in those conditions. There are a number of plants, however, that will not only grow, but . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

TREE CARE: Willows at war

Take steps to protect your trees from attack

Every now and then, a common woody plant like willow gets a highly visible leaf stress that appears to infest nearly every ornamental willow in southern Manitoba. The willow leaf blotch miner's larvae are tiny caterpillars that eat the soft, green . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

CONNIE OLIVER: Decorating dilemmas

Common problems solved

Today I want to revisit some common decorating problems many of you out there may have to deal with at one time or another. From awkward narrow spaces to cavernous wide open plans, we'll look at simple ways to combat . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

DEBBIE TRAVIS: Modern and classic looks can be combined

Dear Debbie; My partner and I have just moved in together and we are having a debate over how to mix our tastes in decorating. He likes the traditional look with lots of wood and I prefer a more modern design. . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

MIKE HOLMES: Inspect the inspector

Qualified professional can save home-buyer a ton of grief

Just out of curiosity, I went on the Internet to see what a homeowner might find if they were looking there for a home inspector. I found a few. I also found just about as many ads for how to . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Light-coloured shingles way to go for your home

QUESTION: Do darker shingles have any effect on heat retention in the winter compared to those of a lighter colour? T. Stubbington, Oakville, MB ANSWER: I am surprised your very interesting question is rarely ever posed to me during regular inspections. . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

SOLUTIONS: Pesky glue? Peanut butter to the rescue

QUESTION: We recently installed new hardwood flooring in the dining room. The protective felt pads on the dining room chairs occasionally slide off and smear sticky glue backing onto the hardwood floor. What process or product would best remove the . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

Fall Parade of Homes heads for record turnout

If the trend of the first two weeks continue, the 2009 Fall Parade of Homes will surpass last year's record attendance numbers. On the opening weekend, sales agents reported that more than 400 people visited their show home in one day. . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04

SOLD / OFFERED 10-04

SOLD Valley Gardens Address: 86 Werrell Cres. Asking Price: $239, 900 Sold Price: $239, 900 Taxes: $3, 355.50 Square Footage: 1, 330 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Lot Size: 56 x 100 Listing Agent: Tony Panchhi, ReMax Executives Realty Transcona Address: 130 McMeans Ave east Asking Price: $169, . . .

Posted: 2009-10-04