And 1 thing not to do.
The Harrowsmith Team
Harrowsmith is the farm-to-condo go-to for living sustainably and simply. Our mission is to offer a down-to-earth Canadian perspective on topics of gardening, home and design, travel and culture, food, health, wellness and the environment.
Tasty Ways to Use Leftover Bread
Save money and use up every crumb
with these quick & easy recipe ideas
Not Rubbish Candied Oranges
Don’t throw away those wee oranges rolling around in the crisper.
Quebec City, Quebec
The city’s rich history and French ambiance offer a uniquely romantic and captivating experience.
March Full Moon – Sugar or Worm Moon
Lunar Eclipse is Mar 13-14 – full moon is Mar 14 @ 02:55am
Three Reasons to Choose Native Flowers
There are many bonuses to planting native flowers. Here are our three favourite ones.
Homemade Gnocchi
An easy gnocchi recipe using breadcrumbs from leftover bread.
Harrowsmith Spring 2025 Press Release
For Immediate Release, Toronto, Ontario February 24, 2025
The Latest
The Unofficial Guide to Coachella for 50-Somethings
April 11-13 & 18-20, 2025.
It’s the season of blooming flowers and frequent showers!
April showers, brings May flowers.
Waste Less, Eat Better, Save Money
We asked the experts to weigh in on practical ways to transform leftovers into delicious new dishes.
A Songbird’s Migration Journey
Migration takes place each spring and fall, but did you know that over 80% of it occurs at night?
April 2025 Astronomy
What to see in the night sky.