an evolving resource for novice gardeners at Cheeryville

Saturday 8 July 2017

Air Quality & Extreme Heat Alert

Weather Alert – Air Quality & Extreme Heat

An Air Quality Advisory has been issued for eastern parts of Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley due to high concentrations of ground level ozone.
Residents are advised to avoid outdoor activities during the mid-afternoon, when ozone levels are at their highest.
http://www.metrovancouver.org/…/480/air-quality-advisory-is…
 
from City of Port Coquitlam website: here

Monday 22 May 2017

they're back

After spending the winter in the bunny room, our
resident population of guppies have moved back outside.
 
 
  
 
 
 

Stage 1 watering restrictions in effect

Hand watering: (bushes, shrubs, flower beds) must use spring loaded nozzle, no other restrictions
Fountains/water features: allowed
Sprinkler watering: only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sunday from 4 - 9 am Note: Newly planted lawns and landscaping are exempted but only with a municipal permit (we don't have one).
please refer to The City of Port Coquitlam guidelines here

Friday 3 February 2017

Bistro orchid display

 ^^just when you need it most - the display
 is in flower November through March