VOLUME 13, NUMBER 1
SPRING 2012
CONTENTS NOTEBOOK
Cover photo of poppies by Shauna Dobbie. 12
Happy bacteria in the garden 4 Stave off dementia in the garden 5 The OHA has a bee in its bonnet 5 Trees and shrubs for suburban lots 6 What can an arborist do for you 7 Grafted tomatoes 7
FEATURES Windows and doors 8 Brown trees and box stores 11
Hydrangea: queen of the garden 12 Huggable hosta 16 Planting tips for the novice gardener 19 Exciting times for ninebark 22 Choosing the best roofing and siding 24
Spadina museum: Historic house and gardens 26
Shopping with Tanya 29
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