What's your favourite season?
- October, 2017
By Ron Lazzer
Some people love summer, some people love winter, some love spring or fall. We’re all different and enjoy different things. I’ve always considered myself a summer type of guy but the truth is I love the change in seasons. It gives us a counterpoint to reflect on the past and look ...
Outdoor Living - July 2017
- August, 2017
The best of the gardens at our feet
By Ron Lazzer
Summer is my favourite time of year. The days are long, there is less rain (usually) and most plants have had enough time to grow and reach their seasonal peak. I love to sit in a beautiful garden and relax while admiring how all the differe...
A little outdoor magic for the season
- January, 2017
By Ron Lazzer
It’s that special time of year when we start wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Holidays. It’s the time of year when we get together and see family and friends we haven’t seen often enough over the past year. We will eat, drink and be merry. Although we a...
Outdoor Living - May 2016
- June, 2016
Finding potential in your flowers and vegetables
By Ron Lazzer
With Victoria Day (the unofficial start of summer) now well behind us it’s time for my favourite part of the season - growing flowers and vegetables. Here are a few ways to get them flourishing to their potential.
It all starts ...
Spring time for redesign
- May, 2016
The warmer weather has arrived and we are all eager to get outside and enjoy it. An excellent way to do that is to expand your home’s usable space into your backyard. Not only is this a better use of space but it can also increase the value of your home. Setting aside the investment aspect of it...