Guide
What to Plant This Spring
Your last frost date is the starting gun for spring planting, but that doesn't mean you have to wait. Here's your spring planting timeline for native species.
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Why Native Plants Matter in Your Garden
Canada's native plants evolved alongside local pollinators for thousands of years. Here's why growing them in your garden makes a real difference for biodiversity.
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Hortus Team5 min readMarch 3, 2026
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How Pollinator Corridors Work
Pollinators don't respect property lines. Learn how connecting gardens creates stepping-stone habitat — and how Hortus maps these invisible corridors.
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Building a Rain Garden with Native Plants
Rain gardens capture stormwater, reduce runoff, and create habitat — all while looking beautiful. Here's how to build one with native Ontario plants.
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