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3 S E Q U O I A C L U B In our quest for big punches of colour, growers have been working to develop new plant varieties that do just that. In 2015 you will see more varieties of annuals like begonias, geraniums and impatiens with a second set of petals on each flower and lots more flowers per plant. This will give you a ton more colour and pizzazz. Frankie s Favourites: Whopper Begonias, Calliope Geraniums and Kong Jr. Coleus.

4 The past few summers have had major rainfall events and flooding in urban areas across Canada. In response, the landscaping industry has started to incorporate innovative design features such as rain gardens and infiltration beds that allow rain water to seep into the ground, rather than pouring down the driveway and into sewers. These trendy and functional landscape features add an attractive vertical dimension to traditional flat landscapes. These features have both function and flair! Frankie s Favourites: Unilock s Courtstone Cobble Pavers. Photo Credit: Parklane Nurseries Ltd.

5 S E Q U O I A C L U B Water-hungry plants are being replaced with drought-loving succulents and sedums. Free draining containers are being exchanged with gorgeous and practical self-watering containers. Gardeners who take the time to put the right plant in the right place in the garden, will have the freedom to take off for the long weekend. Isn t that great? Frankie s Favourites: Miracle Gro Moisture Control Potting Soil, Drought Tolerant Taishan Marigolds and Purple Emperor Sedum.

6 As the baby boomers continue to downsize their living space, small space and micro gardening will continue to grow in popularity. Maximizing small spaces with vertical gardening and narrow groups of containers, at varying heights, give the impression of a large space, while still providing growing areas for your favourite plants. Frankie s Favourites: Tower Garden

7 S E Q U O I A C L U B Tired of another long winter? Canadians will crave bold, bright, and hot colours that represent heat in their gardens. Oranges, reds, and yellows will be HOT in These colours aren t just for your blooms either. There are lots of new varieties of plants with boldly coloured foliage that can add heat to your garden without a single bloom. Frankie s Favourites: Sago Palms, Kimberly Queen Ferns and of course, Hibiscus!

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9 S E Q U O I A C L U B There will be no more regret when someone else s meal arrives at the table looking much tastier than your own. Restaurants are incorporating sharing plates to their menus, allowing the table to order a variety of meals that are perfect for sharing. Goodbye dinner jealously! Frankie s Favourites: Spice Lounge & Tapas.

10 Try an entire meal without meat! You will be surprised how many great vegetarian recipes there are available. Frankie s Favourites: Check out the Cityline website for lots of amazing dishes!

11 S E Q U O I A C L U B Canadians have embraced the opportunity to grow food at home, but traditional rows of vegetables lack curb appeal. Look for garden designs that mix vegetables with ornamental plants to create beautiful combinations of aesthetic and edible beauty. Frankie s Favourites: Funky Edible Combos in Containers.

12 Growing your own vegetables at home is a trend that has been increasing in popularity in recent years. This trend is moving towards more collaborative vegetable gardening where communities come together to provide healthy food for those in need. It also encourages people to get outside more and demonstrates the benefits of working together to support the community. This is a trend we love! Frankie s Favourites: Any community gardens that encourage sharing are a big thumbs up!

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14 Photo Credits: indulgy.com-iruffledblog.com-iloveswmag.com Following the runway fashions of Milan, London, New York, and Paris, the hot trends in outdoor decoration include bold floral prints, big colour blocking, and accents of ruffles and fringes. Despite seeing lots of white over the winter, using white as a prominent colour in your outdoor décor will also be popular in Frankie s Favourites: Anything IKEA!

15 S E Q U O I A C L U B Photo Credits: ultimatepatio.com-quizmex.com-outdoor-furniture-patio-furniture.com Outdoor furniture will combine big form with comfort. Pieces with large curvy shapes will add drama to your landscape, while providing a comfy spot to curl up and enjoy your garden after a long day in the office. Frankie s Favourites: My family always has a great selection of trendy outdoor furniture options at Bradford Greenhouses.

16 Photo Credits:StrattonExteriors-greenweddingshoes-depositsantamariah: Trends in outdoor dining areas will pair rustic, wooden tables with modern, sleek seating, and adding flashes of elegance with crystal, silver, and platinum accent pieces. Frankie s Favourites: Anything Restoration Hardware!

17 S E Q U O I A C L U B Eating a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables can improve our wellbeing, but new research shows that just being around plants can improve our mental wellbeing. Spending more time outside, surrounded by flowers, trees, and shrubs helps reduce stress, improve attention and focus, and boosts our immune system. Frankie s Favourites: Forest Walks and Beet Juice.

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