Pascal Yan
Pascal is a tree planter and naturalist from Quebec, Canada. His fascination for nature fuels much of his writing.
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Boreal Encyclopedia
Boreal Forest Reptiles & Amphibians: The Boreal Encyclopedia
The boreal forests, the largest terrestrial biome on the planet, are vast coniferous forests spanning across the northern hemisphere. You can find the boreal forests from eastern Canada all the way through Russia and Northern Europe.
Given that...
Trees
How to Propagate Jackpine (Pinus banksiana)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Jackpine (Pinus banksiana) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 6
Soil Type: Prefers dry, acidic...
Herbs & Wildflowers
How to Propagate Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 10
Soil Type: Well-drained chalk, loam,...
Aquatic Plants
How to Propagate Pitcher Plants (Sarracenia Purpurea)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Pitcher Plants (Sarracenia Purpurea) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 9
Soil Type: Well-drained to poorly...
Shrubs
How to Propagate Three-Lobed Spirea (Spiraea trilobata)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Three-Lobed Spirea (Spiraea trilobata) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 9
Soil Type: Well-drained sand, chalk,...
Shrubs
How to Propagate Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca ‘conica)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca 'conica) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 8
Soil Type: Well-drained...
Trees
How to Propagate Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 7
Soil Type: Well-drained sand, clay,...
Shrubs
How to Propagate Hedge Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster lucidus)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Hedge Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster lucidus) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 7
Soil Type: Well-drained sand, clay,...
Shrubs
How to Propagate Siberian Pearl Dogwood (Cornus Alba ‘sibirica)
This guide is meant to teach you how to propagate Siberian Pearl Dogwood (Cornus Alba ‘sibirica) and hopefully make it easier for you to sell them at your own nursery.
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 7
Soil Type: Well-drained,...
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How to Identify & Propagate Western Snowberry (Symphoricarpos occidentalis)
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A field guide on how to identify and propagate Western Snowberry (Symphoricarpos occidentalis), a hardy shrub that is native to western North America.
How to...
How to Identify & Propagate Bog Birch (Betula pumila)
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A field guide on how to identify and propagate Bog Birch (Betula pumila), a hardy shrub that is native to Northern Canada & Alaska.
How to...
How to Identify & Propagate Common Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
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A field guide on how to identify and propagate Common Winterberry (Ilex verticillata), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America.
How to Identify...
How to Identify & Propagate Dwarf Birch (Betula glandulosa)
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A field guide on how to identify and propagate American Dwarf Birch (Betula glandulosa), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America.
How to...
How to Identify & Propagate Twinflower (Linnaea borealis)
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A field guide on how to identify and propagate Twinflower (Linnaea borealis), a hardy shrub that is native to the boreal forests.
How to Identify Twinflower...