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Posted on by Brandi
#ShopLocalYYC
20
Dec
2020’s been a rough one.

Although the pandemic has challenged our lives in extreme ways, we have been gifted with perspective. We are so thankful for essential workers, friends, family, and the community. At Golden Acre, the pandemic has granted us the ability to enrich your experience at our greenhouse. Along with enhanced safety in store, we’ve introduced streamlined curbside pick up and delivery options. We’ve invested a lot of time in improving the online store especially around Christmas. We’ve never had our real Christmas trees and boughs available online, and so many of you appreciated that option this year!

We appreciate your ongoing love and support. It has never been more important to support local, and so when we spotted the hashtag: #ShopLocalYYC trending, we decided to get out there and join in. On Instagram, we asked you what your fav local businesses were and then spent two weeks visiting them and purchasing goodies and gift cards. I can’t even begin to tell you how rewarding this experience has been.

We started our journey at Doodle Dogs in Bridgeland. They have locations in Sirocco and Parkdale as well! A friendly family run business specializing in doggo essentials like food, health, toys, grooming, and accessories. Colin and his dog, Jimmy Pupperino, had fun picking up treats for the doggos at the Calgary Humane Society! You can shop in store and online



To fuel our adventure, Colin and I stopped at a few cafes including Rosso in Tuxedo. This local brand can be found on Stephen Avenue, Ramsey, Victoria Park, Inglewood, 17 Avenue. Delicious coffee, tea, breakfast, and baked goodies! We also visited Higher Ground in Capitol Hill before the big lock down and enjoyed breakfast along with their 100% organic, fair trade coffee! You also sent us down to check out Hexagon Board Game Café in Kensington where you can not only grab a coffee, but also check out their selection of games and beautiful chess boards!

This #ShopLocalYYC is all about supporting our neighbours. We wanted to check in with one of our neighbours, Plantation, in Mount Pleasant! This local nursery has been open year round since 2002, and are so friendly and passionate about gardening!



 

Colin spent some time in Inglewood checking out neat places like Recess, Silk Road Spice Merchant, Kent of Inglewood, Spolumbo’s, The Nash, The Apothecary, and The Next Page. He not only picked up gift cards at all of these wonderful businesses, but couldn’t help grabbing a few things for himself! Local hubs like Inglewood, 17 Avenue, Mission, East Village, and Kensington make it easy to the browse local if you’re not sure what to get.



Speaking of Local hubs, I made my way down to Kensington to satisfy my sweet tooth at The Naked Leaf, Crave, Pie Junkie, and PB and J YYC. Like Colin, I got away with more than gift cards. I filled my reusable bag with fresh cashew butter from PB and J YYC, a peppermint chocolate cookie from Crave, and a Chocolate Orange Cream pie from Pie Junkie. Do I have to share? Spoiler: they were delicious!



Our adventure even took us online to businesses like Aleppo Savon, The Chocolate Lab, and Liz & Lotti where you can shop from the comfort of home and purchase e-gift cards. A great option for safe shopping this year.

I made my way down to the Beltline because you wanted us to check out Stuff4Him and Vegan Street on 11 Avenue! I definitely picked up a couple prezzies for my man friend Bradley, along with a gift card. This store was one of my favourites! They have so much variety, and the customer service was so friendly! Afterwards, I ventured into Marda Loop to explore DYP Refillery and Village Ice Cream. DYP (Do Your Part) is committed to providing you products that are planet friendly. Not to mention, the shopping experience is pretty friendly too! Village Ice Cream have a few locations in addition to Marda Loop, you can find them in Britannia, Victoria Park, and Bridgeland (Soon)! You can grab a cone or purchase a pint in their safe shopping environment, AND they have seasonal flavours like Ferrero Rocher, Crème Brulee, Gigi’s Bourbon Eggnog, and Vegan Gingerbread!

 

Restaurants definitely need that extra love, and grabbing take away or gifting gift cards are a great way to help them out! Colin visited some local pubs and eateries like Kilkenny, Jamesons, and Madisons for some gift cards.



Speaking of eateries, I migrated down to Ramsey in search of Red’s, one of your fav diners! Their “ninjabread” street board won me right off the bat. In addition to a gift card, I grabbed takeaway! I got the Prairie Breakfast Plate which was DELICIOUS! Highly recommend if you love perogies, potatoes, and eggs! They went above and beyond, seriously. On the bag they even wrote “Thank you for your support!”. Red’s won my heart.

These local businesses appreciate all your support throughout the year, but especially during the holidays. It can be so easy to support the community in store, online, through a gift card, or even by engaging with them on social media! Get the word out. It was such a great experience getting to know the people and communities behind these businesses.

If you’d like to view our video adventure, hop onto our Instagram page where we’ve created a highlight reel.

Thank you for shopping local, YYC. Follow the hashtag #ShopLocalYYC for even more!

Merry Christmas

– Brandi
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Calcium Nitrate:

Mix Ratio: Apply ¼ teaspoon per 2 litres once a week. I full scoop makes 24 litres or 6 gallons.

Recommended preventing blossom end rot and calcium deficiency in tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, pumpkins, zucchinis, and cannabis. It is also highly beneficial for all leafy greens and cruciferous plants (cabbage, Brussel sprouts, broccoli etc.).

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Iron Chelate

Mix Ratio: Soil drench – apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once every 2 weeks. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

Mix ratio: Foliar spray - apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 4 Litres of water once every 4 weeks. A full scoop makes 24 litres or 6 gallons.

Recommended for correcting iron deficiency in a variety of plants grown in high pH soil. Iron deficiency is diagnosed by the yellowing or pale colour of the plant leaves, especially in young growth.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

High Drainage

Moisten Thoroughly before use: (optional) Peat moss can be water-repellent. Before use, thoroughly wet the soil.

Potting:

Use pots with drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Fill the pot with the moistened soil, leaving enough space for the plant's root ball.

Gently place the plant in the pot and fill in around it with more soil.

Firm the soil gently.

Watering:

This is crucial! Water frequently, especially during hot weather.

Check the soil moisture regularly by sticking your finger into the soil.

Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Fertilizing:

Since peat moss is low in nutrients, fertilize regularly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Consider Amendments:

For plants that prefer more moisture retention, you can add a small amount of coco coir or vermiculite to the mix.

Important Notes:

Overwatering: While frequent watering is necessary, avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.

Plant Selection: This type of soil is well-suited for seed starting as well as plants that prefer well-drained conditions, such as cacti, cannabis, succulents, and some tropical plants.

Adjustments: You may need to adjust your watering frequency based on the specific plant and environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, sunlight).

Alberta Blend

Moisten the Peat Moss before use: (optional) Peat moss can be hydrophobic (water-repellent) when dry. Before using it, thoroughly moisten it. You can do this by placing it in a container and adding water, then squeezing out any excess.

Mixing: (optional) Our Private Label Alberta Blend comes ready to use, expertly formulated for your plants, either indoors or outdoors.

If you're using this mix as your own base, combine it with worm castings, volcanic dust, vermiculite, etc. to improve nutrition, drainage and/or aeration.

Potting:

When potting your plants, ensure that the pot has drainage holes.

Fill the pot with the moistened potting mix, leaving enough space for the plant's root ball.

Gently place the plant in the pot and fill in around it with more potting mix.

Lightly firm the soil around the plant leaving ½ inch to an inch of space at the top for watering.

Watering:

Because peat moss retains water, be careful not to overwater.

Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly before watering again.

Fertilizing:

Since peat moss is nutrient-poor, you'll need to provide your plants with regular fertilization.

Use the correct fertilizer according to the plant's needs.

20-20-20 Houseplant Complete

Mix Ratio: For all houseplants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week once every week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

It is highly recommended to start your houseplants on a fertilizer regime, but only while they are actively growing. Houseplants tend to have a period of dormancy (normally winter, however poinsettias, Xmas cacti etc. are exceptions to this rule) and whilst dormant they should not be fertilized.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

22-6-15 Plus Herb and Leafy Vegetable

Mix Ratio: For all herbaceous and leafy vegetable plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

This fertilizer is ideal for all leafy vegetables and for herbs. This product can be used year-round if you grow herbs indoors.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

20-12-28 Tomato and Fruiting Vegetable

Mix Ratio: For all fruiting vegetable plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

Use this fertilizer on planting day and push right through until the plant either stops producing or reaches the end of season. In the case of transplanted seedlings this fertilizer should be used after the 2 feedings of Js - Jump-Start & Transplant.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

10-52-10 Jump-Start & Transplant

Mix Ratio: For outdoor summer plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water. Normally two applications, one at the time of transplanting, the second application can be done one week later from the initial fertilizing. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

Mix Ratio: For seed starting - apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water. Do not over water seedlings, feed every 2 weeks until transplanted outside. Feed them at the time of transplanting outdoors, then one more feeding a week later. After that start using the correct fertilizer for type of plant. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

 e.g. Vt Vegetable: Tomato and Fruiting for tomatoes, F3 Flower flower flower for bedding out/annual plants.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

4-5-28 Perennial Complete

Mix Ratio: All perennials (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water every 2 weeks from spring to late summer. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

This formula is professionally blended for all your perennials. For existing perennials, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. new shoots etc.). For new perennials we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

28-14-14 Plus Trees and Shrubs - Fruit and Flower

Mix Ratio: Trees and/or shrubs (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water per week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

This formula is professionally blended for all your fruiting and flowering trees and shrubs.

For existing trees, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. bud break, new shoots etc.).

For new trees we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

14-7-21 Tree and Shrub Leaf & Needle

Mix Ratio: Trees and/or shrubs (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water every 2 weeks. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

This formula is professionally blended for all your evergreen/coniferous and deciduous trees and shrubs.

For existing trees, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. bud break, new shoots etc.).

For new trees we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

15-10-30 Flower, Flower, Flower

Mix Ratio: Outdoor plants (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water twice a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.

This formula is professionally blended for all your annual plants. We recommend starting to fertilize at time of planting outdoors and go through to first frost.

Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.