Spring is in the air and here at Just Energy we’re loving the higher temps and sunny skies. In our excitement, we scoured Instagram for #UrbanFarming so that we could share the joy of green sprouts and downy chicks, among other springtime delights. Scroll down to learn a little bit more about urban agriculture and peep some adorably sharable photos from urban farms on Instagram.
Spring Planting Plan
With a few good tools, a little elbow dirt, and some helpful tips below, you’ll be set to spring into your planting action plan!
Eco-Friendly Garden Pest Control
You spent all summer tending your garden. Now that fall is upon us, the last thing you want is an invasion of hungry insects ruining your hard work. The second to last thing you want is to keep all those pests at bay using harmful chemicals that cause...
Green Mother’s Day Gift Guide
It’s that time of year. That day we honor and lavish love and attention on the one person in our lives who has likely shown up for everything – from carrying us for 9 months and enduring many sleepless nights to sorting out the tiniest details in each and...
Eco-Friendly Garden Activities for Kids
Are you looking for ways to get your kids out of the house and into nature? As parents, that seems to be a universal goal. If you’d like to have your children spend more time outdoors – in the fresh, spring air - why not organize some fun, eco-friendly...
Tips and Tricks to Prepare Your Garden for Spring
Set them free! Your outdoor orchids have been held captive indoors, safe from the frost, for months. But now, finally, FINALLY, it’s time to take them outside, along with the rest of your warm weather garden. Before you start tilling the soil, we’ve put...
Grow Your Garden Green: Eight Green Landscaping Ideas
Whatever the weather and no matter the season, maintaining an eco-friendly garden, lawn or yard should always be at the top of your to-do list. Landscaping with green principles in mind will save you money, conserve the earth’s energy and nurture wildlife,...
How Does Your Garden Grow: Eco-Friendly Summertime Gardening
Now that the summer months are within reach, we know you’re itching to get out the gardening gloves! While gardening can be a wonderful summertime activity for the whole family, it’s important to consider certain factors to make sure that your garden is as...