Solutions to Deter Mosquitoes and Homemade Remedies to Ease the Itch

During the months of summer, mosquitoes are a nuisance in our homes and yards bringing with them an annoying itch with every bite.

Reducing mosquito populations is serious business in Metro Vancouver. A regional Mosquito Control Hotline (604-872-1912) has been created to take calls regarding mosquito nuisance concerns, and mosquito activity is posted on weather […]

2020-09-25T16:48:21-07:00July 28th, 2018|Blog|

Sep 26-27: CanWest Hort Expo 2018, Abbotsford

Western Canada’s Premium Horticulture Show at TRADEX in Abbotsford

We all benefit from supporting and strengthening BCs horticulture industry.

A big thank you to the BC Landscape & Nursery Association for managing the expo and their work in promoting and setting professional standards, training and certification in horticulture for nursery growers, landscape professionals, retail garden centres […]

2019-01-28T18:49:26-08:00July 24th, 2018|Blog|

A Beginners Guide to Planting a Vegetable Garden

A garden provides us with a place to learn, a place to lose oneself and a place to create. There are no gardening mistakes, only experiments according to a Greek proverb.

As more of us turn to gardening in our backyards by way of raised beds, containers and on apartment balconies, we share the same desire […]

2018-04-22T18:32:30-07:00April 17th, 2018|Blog|

Staying Green with Drought-Resistant Low Water Sod

Region-wide watering regulations are here to stay with population growth burgeoning throughout Metro Vancouver centers and the impact of climate change. This has many homeowners questioning if their beautiful green lawn is still a sound investment?

Here at Western Turf Farms, we think it is. Lawns are much more than just an aesthetic asset. People often […]

2018-04-16T11:55:56-07:00April 15th, 2018|Blog|

Feb 28-Mar 1: BCRPA 2018 Spring Training, Langley

Visit Us February 28 – March 1, 2018 at the BCRPA Spring Training in Langley

 

BC Parks and Recreation Association’s 41st Parks and Grounds Spring Training Workshop will be hosted at the Coast Hotel & Conference Centre in the City of Langley.

Horticulture Day is on February 28 and Maintenance Day is on March 1.

For more information, visit: […]

2022-11-14T11:21:29-08:00January 26th, 2018|Blog|

Feb 21-25: BC Home and Garden Show 2018, Vancouver

Is your lawn and garden entertaining area looking a little drab after the long winter months? We recommend joining us at the BC Home and Garden Show in Vancouver happening February 21 to 25 at BC Place Stadium.

During this five-day event there will be plenty of green thumb experts on lawn and garden at the […]

2018-04-22T17:06:35-07:00January 26th, 2018|Blog|
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