# Share **URL:** https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/c/share/21.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/categories.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Drought Tolerant Perennials & Groundcovers](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/drought-tolerant-perennials-groundcovers/1928)
**Author:** [@lorna.doucette](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/lorna.doucette)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2025, 12:44am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/drought-tolerant-perennials-groundcovers/1928 "2025-08-01T00:44:07Z")
This seems like an excellent list from the Spokane Master Gardeners if anyone is looking for drought tolerant plants: --- ## [When do I prune my shrub? From Dinter Nursery](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/when-do-i-prune-my-shrub-from-dinter-nursery/1919)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/when-do-i-prune-my-shrub-from-dinter-nursery/1919 "2025-06-27T19:48:33Z")
Here is an informative, concise article from Dinter Nursery in Duncan on how, when and why to prune many of the shrubs we have in our gardens: Many gardeners prune to enhance flowering and fruiting of their shrubs. The … --- ## [Carrots - Rooting for this Root Veggie](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/carrots-rooting-for-this-root-veggie/1907)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2025, 1:13pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/carrots-rooting-for-this-root-veggie/1907 "2025-06-11T13:13:46Z")
It is well worth your time and effort to grow this popular root vegetable in your garden patch. Homegrown carrots are a sweet and crunchy taste treat, are easy to store so they can be enjoyed year-round, and have many c… --- ## [Streamside Native Plants Nursery Tour for CVHS Members](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/streamside-native-plants-nursery-tour-for-cvhs-members/1909)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2025, 5:01am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/streamside-native-plants-nursery-tour-for-cvhs-members/1909 "2025-06-11T05:01:20Z")
Streamside Native Plants invited members for a wonderful informational tour of their nursery this past Sunday. In all we had 40 members attend. Feedback from one member was that “the tour was a real treat to get a ‘behin… --- ## [Native Plant Resources](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/native-plant-resources/1908)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2025, 4:46am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/native-plant-resources/1908 "2025-06-11T04:46:04Z")
CVHS member and Vancouver Island Master Gardener intern Whitney Peek has compiled this comprehensive and wonderful list of native plant resources to help you on your journey to start a native plant garden or incorporate … --- ## [Difference between Bark Mulch and Arborist Wood Chips from the Vancouver Master Gardeners](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/difference-between-bark-mulch-and-arborist-wood-chips-from-the-vancouver-master-gardeners/1885)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2025, 5:25am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/difference-between-bark-mulch-and-arborist-wood-chips-from-the-vancouver-master-gardeners/1885 "2025-06-02T05:25:16Z")
Great info from the Vancouver Master Gardeners: What are some of the differences between traditional bark mulch and arborist wood chips? Bark mulch is a waste product of the logging and lumber industries. It is the pr… --- ## [Peat Moss vs Coir](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/peat-moss-vs-coir/1875)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 1:23am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/peat-moss-vs-coir/1875 "2025-05-13T01:23:23Z")
Here is an interesting article from the Peatlands Protection Society regarding the pros and cons of peat moss and coir. Washington State University points out that coconut coir is a “readily renewable, pH-neutral, non-h… --- ## [Grow Your Own Crunchy Cucumbers!](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/grow-your-own-crunchy-cucumbers/1874)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 3:16am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/grow-your-own-crunchy-cucumbers/1874 "2025-05-07T03:16:43Z")
Article and photograph by Marion Waters, Master Gardener. Republished courtesy of the Campbell River Mirror. Crisp, mildly sweet, and refreshingly watery, cucumbers picked at peak ripeness are a delight on a hot day. Fo… --- ## [Keystone Flora Species](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/keystone-flora-species/1853)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 1:10am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/keystone-flora-species/1853 "2025-04-28T01:10:47Z")
Keystone flora species are native plants that significantly impact ecosystem health by providing vital resources for wildlife and other species, including food, shelter, and habitat. These plants are essential for the su… --- ## [Rhododendron Plant Sale and Show](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rhododendron-plant-sale-and-show/1849)
**Author:** [@Rhodo](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Rhodo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rhododendron-plant-sale-and-show/1849 "2025-04-25T16:47:43Z")
Come see the beautiful trusses that are blooming right now in our area. Great buys on rhododendrons and companion plants too! --- ## [Squash Chart for Seed Saving](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/squash-chart-for-seed-saving/1840)
**Author:** [@Greg\_Hill](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Greg_Hill)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2025, 3:15am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/squash-chart-for-seed-saving/1840 "2025-04-13T03:15:46Z")
Hi. I made this chart a long time ago when I was figuring out how to save squash seed, without any cross fertilization happening. Maybe this can be helpful to someone else. --- ## [More Peas Please!](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/more-peas-please/1811)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2025, 2:09am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/more-peas-please/1811 "2025-03-05T02:09:25Z")
By Marion Woloschuk, Master Gardener with Vancouver Island Master Gardeners Association (VIMGA) Peas (Pisum sativum) are an excellent cool weather crop that can be planted as early as February, as long as the ground can… --- ## [Seedy Secrets: How to Read a Seed Package](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/seedy-secrets-how-to-read-a-seed-package/1810)
**Author:** [@veronicawills](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/veronicawills)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2025, 1:56am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/seedy-secrets-how-to-read-a-seed-package/1810 "2025-03-05T01:56:35Z")
By Marion Woloschuk, Master Gardener with Vancouver Island Master Gardeners Association (VIMGA) It’s essential to know a few things about the seeds you are going to start - the more you know, the easier it is to spend y… --- ## [Fruit Tree Pollination](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/fruit-tree-pollination/1791)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/fruit-tree-pollination/1791 "2025-02-21T20:30:04Z")
Here is a very comprehensive article on fruit tree pollination from Dinter Nursery in Duncan. --- ## [Comox Urban Forest Management Strategy](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/comox-urban-forest-management-strategy/1790)
**Author:** [@KathyHaigh](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/KathyHaigh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 7:38pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/comox-urban-forest-management-strategy/1790 "2025-02-21T19:38:32Z")
Comox’s urban forest helps keep our community and environment healthy and green. The Urban Forest Management Strategy will set a course for caring for the urban forest over the next 30 years. The Town of Comox is seekin… --- ## [Small Garden Design Ideas from Gardeners’ World](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/small-garden-design-ideas-from-gardeners-world/1789)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 4:55pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/small-garden-design-ideas-from-gardeners-world/1789 "2025-02-21T16:55:12Z")
Here is an article jam packed with some great information on how to work with small gardens. Regardless of your situation there are some lovely photos to look at on this very rainy day! --- ## [Microplastics in teabags](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/microplastics-in-teabags/1777)
**Author:** [@Greenthumbgranny](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Greenthumbgranny)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2025, 2:05am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/microplastics-in-teabags/1777 "2025-02-10T02:05:15Z")
Very interesting and scary article. I’ll be drinking loose tea from now on! --- ## [Gardens British Columbia - Explore Beautiful BC Gardens](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/gardens-british-columbia-explore-beautiful-bc-gardens/1782)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 5:14pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/gardens-british-columbia-explore-beautiful-bc-gardens/1782 "2025-02-07T17:14:05Z")
Gardens British Columbia (BC) is a not-for-profit society and is described as a “coalition of public gardens working together to promote visiting and experiencing British Columbia’s diversity of gardens and garden experi… --- ## [New 'Garden Matters' Post! An Accessible Garden in Cumberland](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/new-garden-matters-post-an-accessible-garden-in-cumberland/1754)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2025, 11:51pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/new-garden-matters-post-an-accessible-garden-in-cumberland/1754 "2025-01-13T23:51:24Z")
New ‘Garden Matters’ Post! An Accessible Garden in Cumberland Ramesh Lad, accessibility assessor and founder of Step by Step Accessibility Consulting, invited the CVHS through the garden gate to see how he brought his … --- ## [Rain Garden Handbook](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rain-garden-handbook/1752)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2025, 11:09pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rain-garden-handbook/1752 "2025-01-12T23:09:35Z")
If you are interested in learning more about Rain Gardens, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released a guide to installing and maintaining rain gardens in Western Washington (most principles are ea… --- ## [Resolutions for 2025?](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/resolutions-for-2025/1748)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2024, 11:54pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/resolutions-for-2025/1748 "2024-12-31T23:54:29Z")
Here are some not so hard resolutions, if you’re lacking inspiration!: • Try growing flowers in with your vegetables • Visit a public garden • Grow more native plants • Mulch more, weed less • Try a new-to-you veget… --- ## [RHS - The top 10 gardening books to gift this Christmas 2024](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rhs-the-top-10-gardening-books-to-gift-this-christmas-2024/1746)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2024, 3:59pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rhs-the-top-10-gardening-books-to-gift-this-christmas-2024/1746 "2024-12-16T15:59:05Z")
Here is a great list from the Royal Horticultural Society – Top 10 recommended gardening books for 2024: https://www.rhs.org.uk/about-us/what-we-do/publications/books/top-10-gardening-books --- ## [Environment and Climate Change Canada - Website Weather Links](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/environment-and-climate-change-canada-website-weather-links/1740)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2024, 3:49am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/environment-and-climate-change-canada-website-weather-links/1740 "2024-11-07T03:49:55Z")
The Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) website weather forecast for Comox has changed (they used to indicate how much precipitation received on the previous day). ECCC advises: On August 22, 2024, the Meteoro… --- ## [Cornell Lab of Ornithology Newsletter](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/cornell-lab-of-ornithology-newsletter/1739)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/cornell-lab-of-ornithology-newsletter/1739 "2024-10-29T22:33:17Z")
Many gardeners love birds whether it’s because they keep us company while we’re in the garden, because they help us with pest problems and some fertilization, or for any number of other reasons. This timely article inclu… --- ## [BC Communities in Bloom - Growing Great Places Together Newsletter](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/bc-communities-in-bloom-growing-great-places-together-newsletter/1704)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2024, 12:52am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/bc-communities-in-bloom-growing-great-places-together-newsletter/1704 "2024-08-19T00:52:44Z")
Here is a nice newsletter showcasing what other BC communities are doing with their public spaces. Enderby, Armstrong, Oyama, Nelson, Kelowna and Vernon are all featured. Click link below to view: --- ## [New ‘Garden Matters’ Post - A Family Garden in Campbell River](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/new-garden-matters-post-a-family-garden-in-campbell-river/1703)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2024, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/new-garden-matters-post-a-family-garden-in-campbell-river/1703 "2024-08-14T01:27:00Z")
Two parents in Campbell River are raising three little gardeners. Read about how their garden space is growing ideas about gratitude, community, and sustainability. Written by our wonderful volunteer Janelle. --- ## [2024 Summer Social at The Gardens on Anderton](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/2024-summer-social-at-the-gardens-on-anderton/1701)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2024, 12:44am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/2024-summer-social-at-the-gardens-on-anderton/1701 "2024-08-12T00:44:47Z")
2024 Summer Social at The Gardens on Anderton We enjoyed a wonderful afternoon full of conversations, demonstrations and just enjoying the lovely backdrop of these beautiful gardens that were filled with sunshine and bl… --- ## [Compost Basics from Speedibin](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/compost-basics-from-speedibin/1702)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2024, 5:46pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/compost-basics-from-speedibin/1702 "2024-08-12T17:46:14Z")
Joyce from Fresh Earth Products (who spoke at our recent summer social event) has kindly shared a very good handout with us that provides some great information on basic backyard composting (regardless of whether or not … --- ## [London Drugs pots on sale again](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/london-drugs-pots-on-sale-again/1694)
**Author:** [@Kim](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Kim)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2024, 9:14pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/london-drugs-pots-on-sale-again/1694 "2024-07-30T21:14:50Z")
I made the mistake of wandering past the London Drugs in Courtenay yesterday and saw they had all their pots on sale again for very cheap. The big ones are $12.99, and the medium ones are $8.99 (I can’t recall what the … --- ## [Echium Amoenum Red Feathers](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/echium-amoenum-red-feathers/1676)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2024, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/echium-amoenum-red-feathers/1676 "2024-06-03T16:53:58Z")
The bees are loving these beautiful flowers! For folks that know nothing about this unusual plant, it is a short-lived perennial, with sturdy spikes that reach about 14 inches. It’s from the Caucasus Mountains and will t… [Previous page](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/c/share/21.md) [Next page](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/c/share/21.md?page=2)