Adapting your garden for fire, drought and unpredictable weather across Canadian zones.
Climate-Adaptive Garden Design for Canadian Growers
Resilient gardens for a changing world.
Canada's climate is changing—don't let your garden get left behind. Learn to beat the heat, drought-proof your plants, and grow smarter with less. If you've got sunshine, soil, and a shovel, this guide's got your back.
Why Climate-Smart Gardening Matters
Canada's growing zones are shifting. Forest fires, water restrictions, and unpredictable weather demand new approaches. Learn how to design low-maintenance, high-impact gardens that thrive—even when the climate doesn't play fair.
Adapting to Climate Change
Just five years ago, some fruits were off-limits in my garden—too cold, too unpredictable. Now, thanks to warmer seasons, those same fruits thrive where they once struggled. It's not just my backyard that's changing; birds that used to migrate south now stick around through the winter, signaling a shift in our natural rhythms. But it's not all sunshine and peaches. In places like British Columbia, the heat is scorching crops, forcing farmers to rethink traditional growing methods and find new strategies to survive. Climate change isn't just knocking on our door—it's rearranging the whole neighborhood. Adapting means paying attention, being flexible and planning gardens that can handle whatever weather the future throws at us.
Start Here:
Not sure where to begin? These climate-smart resources will help you get your hands dirty—strategically.
🖨️ Click here to open and print the Garden Safety Checklist for Seniors
🖨️ Garden Safety List for Seniors
🖨️ Garden Maintenance Calendar
🖨️ Garden Tracker
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