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Passed down from generation to generation, the Sainte-Anne shallot is a prolific perennial deeply rooted in Quebec's horticultural heritage. Cultivated for over 70 years in Sainte-Aurélie, in the Chaudière-Appalaches region, it is distinguished by its hardiness and its ability to return year after year, faithfully following the seasons.

Traditionally planted around July 26th, Saint Anne's Day, it embodies a living link between collective memory and farming practices. Each bulb buried in suitable soil can produce up to ten offshoots the following season, forming upright and vigorous clumps that require little but yield much. Not invasive, it encourages patient and rhythmic cultivation, where the annual division of the bulbs ensures vitality and abundance.

In a supportive vegetable garden, it naturally settles in quiet corners, in the shade of attentive gestures, highlighting the continuity of an inhabited garden.

Developed for climates with short summers, the Manitoba standard tomato has earned a prime spot in vegetable gardens in cooler regions. Selected to offer a quick and reliable harvest, it consistently supports gardeners who fully embrace the cycle of the seasons, even when summer is elusive.

In the garden, its compact and tidy habit makes it ideal for growing in small spaces, containers, or intensive flowerbeds. Its medium-sized red fruits bring color and abundance to the garden. With respectful cultivation practices, it thrives in living soil and with regular care, and integrates naturally into a harmonious garden, making a good companion plant alongside other heat-loving vegetables and companion flowers.

This presentation on biochar details its production, uses, and benefits for soil fertility and maintenance. Instructions are also provided for creating and using your own activated charcoal.

Author: Jeff Cox
Publisher: Ed. de Terran
Publication date: January 2021
Pages: 112
ISBN: 9782359811445
Size: 12 x 24 cm
Language: French

The Miyama turnip is a Japanese variety of white turnip, carefully selected to be eaten very young, when the root is still small, crisp, and delicate. At this precise stage, it develops a very fine white flesh with a mild and slightly sweet flavor, prized both raw and lightly cooked.

It's important to remember that a turnip isn't a botanical variety in itself, but rather a horticultural and culinary term : a turnip harvested before it's fully mature. In this sense, the Miyama variety naturally falls into the turnip family, not because of its geographical origin, but because of its morphology, texture, and intended flavor. In Japan, it's known as a kabu , a high-quality turnip, prized for its simplicity and precise aroma.

Miyama is the result of decades of meticulous selection by the Noguchi Seeds company, whose goal was to develop a salad-type root vegetable with an incomparable texture and flavor. This variety is now considered a true local treasure in its region of origin, to the point that an annual festival is dedicated to it.

In the garden, Miyama is undemanding and particularly fast-growing. It adapts to various soil types, provided they are loose and well-drained, and offers early harvests in both spring and autumn. Harvested young, it fully expresses its flavor potential and is a perfect fit for vegetable gardens seeking to diversify their quick and delicate harvests.

Logissol-O is a self-watering unit that can irrigate up to 4 plants at a time, directly at the roots. All the water used for irrigation is directed underground without passing through the soil surface. This results in less water used, less time spent watering, fewer diseases and weeds, and better yields!

• Very sturdy mesh lids that prevent the accumulation of debris in the container, allow the container to be filled easily and prevent animals from drinking the water.
• The lid, sold separately, attaches to a 650g yogurt pot with a bottom that has 4 holes, which is buried in the ground up to the neck.
• Refill the container every 2-5 days depending on the plants' water needs and the temperature.
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• Designed for vegetable gardens, perennial and shrub borders, ornamental and fruit trees, fruit bushes.
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• Sold in packs of 3, 5, 10 and 20 lids.

Logissol-O is a self-watering unit that can irrigate up to 4 plants at a time, directly at the roots. All the water used for irrigation is directed underground without passing through the soil surface. This results in less water used, less time spent watering, fewer diseases and weeds, and better yields!

• Logissol-O kits consist of a perforated container and a specially designed mesh lid to allow water to go directly to the roots of the plants.
• 650 ml container with 4 holes drilled in the bottom and buried in the ground up to the neck.
• A mesh lid that prevents the accumulation of debris in the container, allows the container to be filled easily and prevents animals from drinking the water.
• Refill the container every 2-5 days depending on the plants' water needs and the temperature.
• The lid can also be attached to a yogurt pot in the bottom of which you have drilled 4 holes.
• Watch the explanatory video: click HERE
• Watch the following video to learn more: click HERE
• Designed for vegetable gardens, perennial and shrub borders, ornamental and fruit trees, fruit bushes.
• Instructions, click HERE

Native to the Great Plains of North America, the sunflower ( Helianthus annuus ) has long been a staple food for people and a companion plant in the fields. In its ornamental mixed variety, the sunflower comes in a mosaic of heights, shapes, and colors ranging from bright yellow to coppery tones, sometimes brick red or soft lemon.

Sown in fertile soil, this mix creates a veritable living tableau throughout the summer. The taller plants stand guard over the vegetable garden, while the more compact varieties weave their way into flowerbeds or along the edge of a quiet corner. The abundant centers of their flower heads attract bees, bumblebees, and other winged visitors, contributing to a harmonious garden rich in biodiversity.

Easy to grow where the season is warm enough, this mixed ornamental sunflower is a reliable plant: an age-old practice of sowing in spring, some careful care at the start, and the reward of a generous flowering that accompanies the cycle of seasons until the first frosts.

Originating from British breeding programs in the 1960s and 70s, the Tigerella tomato became known for its striking appearance: round, medium-sized fruits striped with red and orange, as if hand-painted. In a harmonious vegetable garden, it attracts the eye as much as the appetite, and serves as a reminder of the richness of cultivated biodiversity.

In the garden, Tigerella adopts a vigorous, indeterminate growth habit: it climbs and branches out if supported by sturdy stakes. Its fruiting is generally early for a standard tomato, offering a sustained harvest of striped fruit that brightens the garden's growing area. Its presence fits well into an approach of respectful cultivation, where the plant is observed, understood, and guided throughout the seasons.

Planted in welcoming, well-drained soil, this variety proves a reliable companion for the gardener: productive, consistent, and unique enough to delight family and visitors alike. In a diverse vegetable garden, its colorful fruits contribute to the joy of the age-old ritual of daily harvesting.

Originally from Asia, the Dragon's Tail radish is shaking up our habits in the vegetable garden: here, it's not the roots that count, but the long, fleshy pods that come from its flowering .
In a living garden , it stands out for its upright and branching habit , laden with purple to greenish pods that lengthen and twist like small dragon tails .

Planted in welcoming, well-drained soil , it accompanies the cycle of the seasons with remarkable consistency: first classic radish foliage , then an abundance of flowers and edible pods . It brings an original presence to the garden , offering the curious gardener another way to connect with the radish , which is simultaneously a leafy vegetable, a pod vegetable, and a bee-friendly plant .

The pinkish-white flowers , perched on long stems, attract pollinators, while the pods become both a spectacle and a harvest. An aesthetic, generous, and intriguing plant.

Allow 30 to 60 cm in diameter per plant. Very easy to grow, it thrives in full sun or partial shade .

The Pink Bumble Bee cocktail tomato is a variety that first catches the eye, then wins you over with its bounty. Its round fruits, delicately striped with pink, red, and sometimes gold, look hand-painted.

In the garden, it exudes a joyful vitality, as if each cluster held the promise of a bountiful harvest. Born from modern breeding work on patterned tomatoes, Bumble Bee produces sweet, balanced fruit with juicy, firm flesh throughout the season. Its flavor is mild, without excessive acidity, making it as enjoyable to eat fresh from the garden as it is to share around the table.

The plant has a vigorous growth habit, with sustained growth and regular production until the first frosts. In the local area, it is valued for its rare ability to combine aesthetics and utility without compromise.

Common lavender is an iconic perennial plant, renowned for its intense fragrance, elegant flowers, and high aromatic value. It forms a small, compact shrub with finely cut, evergreen grey-green foliage that provides structure to the garden year-round.

In summer, long flower stalks rise above the foliage, adorned with highly fragrant, bluish-purple spikes. This bloom attracts a multitude of pollinators and transforms the garden into a vibrant, buzzing space. Lavender brings color, fragrance, and movement.

In the garden, Lavandula angustifolia thrives in very well-drained soil and sunny locations. Successful lavender cultivation relies primarily on alkaline soil , an essential condition for healthy growth, plant longevity, and abundant flowering.

It is more susceptible to excessive moisture than cold, which explains the importance of effective drainage and a suitable pH, particularly in northern climates. Once well established in light, alkaline soil, it proves drought-resistant and requires very little maintenance.

In the ecumene, lavender is perceived as a plant of clarity and balance. It embodies the meeting between the ornamental garden, the aromatic and the medicinal, reminding us that some plants heal the senses as much as the landscapes.

Originating in Japan , the Red Kuri squash , also known as Hokkaido squash , delights gardens and kitchens with its heart shape and vibrant orange-red hue . This heirloom variety is prized for its dense, sweet flesh and delicate chestnut flavor , making it an undisputed star of autumn recipes.

In the garden, Red Kuri offers a generous, creeping habit , covering the ground with its broad leaves and producing beautiful, late-ripening fruit , harvested as autumn approaches. It adapts well to temperate climates, withstands summer variations, and stands out for its remarkable storage capacity —sometimes until spring, without any loss of taste or texture.

From marsh to peat bog, from pond to seashore, a diverse and often unsuspected flora supports an essential biodiversity.

Set off to discover a rich and precious environment

From marsh to peat bog, from pond to seashore, a diverse and often unsuspected flora supports an essential biodiversity.

• The ideal guide for both nature lovers and specialists seeking an inventory
• More than 300 well-documented species identification sheets (size, habit, leaves, flowers, fruits, habitat, distribution, notes)
• High-quality color photos and illustrations
• A clear description of the different wetland environments and their ecology
• An explanatory section on plant morphology
• A comparative gallery of flowers by color

Martine Lapointe has worked in university research and forestry teaching for over 20 years. An active member of FloraQuebeca for many years, she was an early contributor to the Flora of Bryophytes of Quebec-Labrador. Her talent as a nature photographer enriches a variety of publications.

The book also benefits from the valuable collaboration of Michel Leboeuf, science popularizer and recipient of the Hubert-Reeves prize, and Arold Lavoie, biologist and expert consultant in botany.

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Author: Martine Lapointe
Publication date: April 2014
Publisher: Quintin Michel
ISBN: 9782894356029

Controlling the pH level (acidity/alkalinity) helps determine how plants utilize the nutrients available in the soil.

Since each species has its own pH preferences, testing the soil helps to find the ideal location for plants with similar needs.

• Contains ten complete soil pH tests
• Includes a patented color code for easy comparison
• Simple, fast and accurate results
• No experience is required to perform tests

Photo not contractual, brand depending on stock: Rapitest or Mossy Oak Biologic.

Buckwheat is very well adapted to poor soils and is renowned for its excellent weed-suppressing properties. Its rapid growth makes it a perfect choice for use before or after the main crop, as it can be plowed into the soil after only 30 to 40 days, which coincides with the start of its flowering.

• Buckwheat, used as a green manure, takes 30 to 65 days to grow. Its well-branched root system allows for good structuring of the top few centimeters of soil.
• This plant is a phosphorus extractor that purifies the soil.
• The most effective green manure for smothering weeds.
• Very sensitive to cold, buckwheat must be sown once the risk of frost has passed (from the beginning of June to the end of July in soil at 15-25 °C).
• The seeds germinate in 2 to 6 days and the plants are returned to the soil as green manure after 30 to 65 days.
• Although its flowers attract many beneficial insects, it is best to bury them when they appear to prevent them from making seeds.
• Seeding rate: 2 kg/100 ^m² – 4 lb/1000 sq ^ft

Daucus dara , also known as ornamental carrot or wild carrot, is a graceful annual reminiscent of meadowsweet, but with a touch more boldness. Its airy flower heads, ranging from deep mauve to delicate pink, sometimes pearly cream, emerge from the tops of sturdy stems, proudly reaching over 60 cm in height. In a vibrant garden, it is a valuable companion to flowerbeds, both for its subtle presence and its appeal to pollinators.

Garden dill is a delicate and expressive aromatic plant, recognizable by its finely cut foliage and characteristic aniseed fragrance. From its very first appearance, it brings a visual and sensory lightness to the garden, swaying gently in the breeze on its supple stems.

Cultivated since antiquity, Anethum graveolens is valued for both its leaves and seeds. In the garden, it behaves as a warm-season annual, growing quickly but relatively short. It prefers sunny locations and well-drained soil, where it can fully express its aroma.

Dill integrates easily into vegetable gardens and mixed flower beds. It grows well alongside cucumbers, lettuce, or cabbage, while attracting a variety of beneficial insects when it flowers. Its yellow umbels of blossoms add a graphic touch and support biodiversity.

Originating from the large onion family, the Parade bunching onion has carved out a prime spot in kitchen gardens for its long, hollow, straight, and upright leaves. It is cultivated not for the bulb, but for its glossy green foliage, with its distinct fresh onion flavor, which is harvested in bunches throughout the season.

In the garden, Parade grows in tight, even clumps, easy to tuck into a corner of the vegetable patch or along an edible border. Sown in several waves, it accompanies the entire cycle of mild seasons and offers a discreet yet constant presence in the harmonious garden. Its slender shape blends well with other vegetables, and its soil-friendly cultivation makes it a reliable plant in a diverse, edible space.

Originally from the Americas, the pattypan squash has become a cheerful and generous companion in our vegetable gardens. Its saucer-shaped fruits, often yellow or green, herald summer and its delicious bounty. The pattypan squash, also called "pattypan squash zucchini," is prized for its tender, slightly sweet flesh, which reveals its full finesse in cooking.

In the garden, this variety displays a compact and vigorous habit, thriving in generous sunshine with leaves that are sometimes finely cut. A robust plant, it offers a regular harvest that delights gardeners with its ease of cultivation and abundance.

An ideal companion for organic vegetable gardens, it supports biodiversity by attracting pollinators and beneficial insects, while blending harmoniously with other crops thanks to its protective foliage.

The watermelon radish, often called the watermelon radish , is an old variety originating in China, a cousin of the winter radish. From the outside, it appears as a round root with white or greenish skin, rather inconspicuous. But when cut, it reveals a bright pink to red heart, reminiscent of the flesh of a watermelon, hence its evocative name.

In a vibrant and nourishing garden, this radish finds its place among the late summer and autumn crops. It thrives in cool, well-worked soil and consistently accompanies the cycle of the cooler seasons. Its crisp, mild flesh, less pungent than that of small spring radishes, makes it an excellent addition to colorful salads, marinades, and crudités platters. Grown with a soil-friendly approach, it contributes to crop rotation and integrates naturally into a harmonious and diverse vegetable garden.