Herbal Collective Source

The growing season arrives with a burst of activity at the 16th Annual Central Vancouver Island Garden Festival, March 11- 13, Beban Park, Nanaimo, Entry is $6 per day or $15 for 3 days with children free, when under 12 and accompanied by an adult.
Keltie Chamberlain, President of the Central Vancouver Island Botanical Garden Society, […]

By Marilyn Zink
Just as the foundation of a house is important in constructing the house, so is planning an herb garden.
When you take the time to plan an herb garden, you will be rewarded later on.
While it may take some time, thought and effort to plan the herb garden, it will also save you headaches when […]

By Marilyn Zink 
I was relaxing in my chair, looking at my herb garden the other day thinking – this is nice.It was a sunny afternoon, the birds were chirping and it was just a nice place to be, a herbal sanctuary.
And I thought about all the people who would benefit from learning how to create […]

By Richard White
Over the years I have written numerous articles on growing herbs and their uses. I remember some time ago an article concerning perennial herbs and the different sub groups of perennials. There are hardy perennials that can survive most winters here on Vancouver Island.
Half hardy perennials that can take a frost of -5C […]

By Marilyn Zink
The other day I was bending over  to put a plant in the ground when I felt it. That twinge in my lower back. Anyone who has gardened knows what I’m talking about.
That twinge can quickly become an ache. I was bending a certain way and when I stood up, I felt it. I […]