Homes

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Differing clematis poses challenge for home gardeners

A reader asks: How do I care for clematis? It's an old, unpruned clematis vine with newer, green growth tangled up with older and some dead stem.

Nov 23, 2022 5:01 AM Read more >

The Shelley offers a rare opportunity for an elevated rental living experience

This is what smart growth looks like, as the “University Centre” node takes shape: The Shelley is a new, purpose-built rental project offering accessible, urbane living in Saanich

Nov 22, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

Ottawa announces $250M grant to help homeowners switch to heat pumps

Rebates could contribute thousands of dollars toward cost of a heat pump system

Nov 22, 2022 3:06 AM Read more >

Condo Smarts: Strata's bylaws have become unenforceable

The schedule of standard bylaws of the strata property act apply to all strata corporations in B.C., unless they have been amended or repealed by the strata corporation.

Nov 19, 2022 5:00 AM Read more >

Helen Chesnut Garden Notes: Lavender trimming leads to olfactory delight

Lavender keeps on going, with dried blossoms offering a compelling perfume — the perfect inspiration for holiday gifts.

Nov 19, 2022 5:00 AM Read more >

Garden Notes: It's not too late to plant garlic, but be quick

A reader writes: Is it too late to plant garlic, and is it all right to plant in the same place in consecutive years?

Nov 15, 2022 7:00 PM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Huge garden oddity will eventually be delicious

Lunga di Napoli squash is 84 centimetres long, 16 cm in diameter

Nov 12, 2022 4:55 AM Read more >

Condo Smarts: Strata bylaws must comply with the law

Whether it is a strata corporation or the owner developer creating bylaws, you cannot alter the provisions of the act unless there is specific permission.

Nov 4, 2022 11:00 PM Read more >

Condo Smarts: Shift workers have the right to enjoy a quiet day

Pet owners have a responsibility to everyone else in their building to reasonably comply with the bylaws, and noise and nuisance are one of those bylaws.

Oct 29, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Sunflowers are useful as well as beautiful

The flowers attract pollinators and other beneficial insects, and they come in an almost-overwhelming number of varieties.

Oct 29, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >