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The cultivation of Sainte-Anne shallots in Quebec

Among the forgotten treasures of the Quebec garden, the Sainte-Anne shallot stands out for its robustness and delicate flavor. This perennial shallot variety, still cultivated by passionate gardeners,...

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Apr. 16, 2025

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Apios Americana

How to cultivate Apios in Québec Apios ( Apios americana ), also known as groundnut or American groundnut, is a perennial vine that produces edible tubers rich in protein. Native to North America, thi...

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Apr. 16, 2025

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Growing sweetgrass in Quebec

Sweet Grass (Hierochloe odorata) Also known as sweetgrass, foin d’odeur is a perennial aromatic plant valued for its medicinal, spiritual, and artisanal properties. Traditionally cultivated and used b...

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Apr. 16, 2025

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Our best tomato varieties

Les meilleures variétés de tomates chez Terre Promise ! Chez Terre Promise, notre collection de tomates est une grande fierté. Nous avons plus de 65 variétés de tomates dans notre inventaire. Nous vo...

Ancestral Conseils de culture Patrimoine Canadien Recettes du Québec Sélection des variétés

Apr. 9, 2025

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Understanding the Differences Between Seeds

Understanding the Differences Between Hybrid, Open-Pollinated, GMO, and Heirloom Seeds When selecting seeds for your garden or farm, you may come across terms like hybrid, open-pollinated, GMO, and he...

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Mar. 19, 2025

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Growing Cucumbers in Quebec

Cucumbers are a must-have vegetable for Quebec gardeners. Easy to grow and refreshing, they are perfect for home gardens. 1. Choosing the Rights Variety In Quebec, selecting the right variety is essen...

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Mar. 19, 2025

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How to grow Crosnes in Québec

How to Grow Crosnes in Quebec Crosnes ( Stachys affinis ), also known as Chinese artichokes, are hardy and delicious tubers that are gaining popularity in Quebec. Their cultivation is relatively simpl...

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Mar. 18, 2025

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Cultivating Paw Paw in Quebec

*****If you purchased seeds from Terre Promise, you must keep them in the fridge and moist until planting. See the growing tips in the product sheet.****** Cultiving Pawpaw in Québec The pawpaw (Asimi...

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Feb. 19, 2025

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How to successfully grow peppers in Quebec

Réussir la culture des poivrons au Québec Cultiver des poivrons au Québec peut sembler un défi en raison des variations climatiques, mais avec de bonnes pratiques, on peut y arriver. Voici un blogue p...

Ancestral Conseils de culture Permaculture Sowing techniques

Dec. 17, 2024

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Beans culture in Quebec

Beans culture in Quebec Beans are an essential vegetable for every gardener, whether beginner or experienced. Easy to grow, productive, and rich in nutrients, they adapt to various climates and soils....

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Dec. 17, 2024

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The Garlic from the Jesuit House

(Originally published in the 2016 issue of Semences du Patrimoine) It was during a Seed Festival in Quebec that I first met Kevin Bouchard. Among the crowd visiting the booths that day, he approached ...

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Sep. 19, 2024

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The Story of the Mémé de Beauce Tomato

The story begins in St-Joseph-de-Beauce The story begins in St-Joseph-de-Beauce in 1995, on the property of a certain Mr. Lessard. Little is known about this discreet man, except that his land contain...

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Apr. 13, 2024

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