Learning & Inspiration

DIY Pergola: Installing Pergola Post Shims
With the nicer weather here, I know many of you will be happy to be outside enjoying everything the warm weather brings. One of the great things yo...

DIY Pergola: Installing Bolt Down Brackets - Drilling Concrete
The one thing that is a little daunting when thinking of purchasing a pergola is the installation process. Especially if the pergola is being insta...

DIY Arbors: Planning, Accessories and What Can Grow
Hello! I’m back to discuss another DIY project to help beautify your yard and hopefully get you on the correct path to achieving all your outdoor ...

DIY Pergola: Planning and Placement
You’ve headed to the backyard and are looking around. You feel something is missing. Your garden is flourishing, the birds are chirping, and your d...

Why Should I Get Into Gardening?
Hey there! My name is Kendall; I am a proud member of team Vita, and super excited to welcome you to our blog! Here, we will delve into the world ...

Beginner's DIY - Holiday Porch Planters
Hey there, my name is Marina, and I'm a newbie. I'm a newbie at a lot of things, adulting, filing taxes, and more relevant to you; all things gard...

Make everything better with fresh herbs!
Who doesn’t love using fresh herbs to elevate a simple dish? Shrimp and garlic with fresh parsley or a Margherita pizza with fresh basil; There ar...

Unboxing the VAXA Self-Watering Planter
If you are an avid houseplant lover like I am, you likely have criteria for purchasing a pot that you would like to use in your home. The VAXA Se...

Composting for Beginners
Composting is one of the most natural ways to nurture your garden. Some people believe it is time-consuming and smelly, but that isn't necessarily...

Keeping your plants happy with love & fertilizer
We put so much thought and care into bringing plants home and putting them in our outdoor and indoor gardens. We pick the right environment in our ...

How To Build a Summer Annual Planter!
Living in Canada means we have many stages of seasonal changes from Winter into Summer. There is “first Spring” - the week that gives you hope it ...

3 Tips For Preparing Your Garden For Growing Season
The birds are chirping, there are buds on the trees, and the weeds are getting ready for another yearly battle in our gardens; what does this all m...