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You can buy this entire 8-acre private island in B.C. for $79,900

Affordable rec property still exists in British Columbia

Nov 12, 2021 2:07 PM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Rhodos grow, bloom best with shelter from afternoon sun

Showy shrubs also need humus-rich, spongy, acid soil that retains moisture well but drains efficiently of excess water

Nov 10, 2021 5:00 AM Read more >

Your Good Health: Exercises, ergonomic work station can help improve posture

There are no long-term data showing that pricey posture correcting devices are effective

Nov 10, 2021 4:55 AM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Homegrown dry beans well worth the effort

Homegrown dry beans are fresher — and more delicious vibrant — than those purchased.

Nov 6, 2021 5:05 AM Read more >

Condo Smarts: Act allows use of contingency fund to pay insurance cost

A loan for cash flow purposes or a special levy are also options

Nov 6, 2021 4:55 AM Read more >

You can buy this house with 4 cabins for less than the price of a 2-bedroom 91Ô­´´ condo

Okanagan property ready to be turned into Airbnb hot spot

Nov 4, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Honeysuckle can take two or three years to flower

Ideal growing conditions include full sun to part shade and a fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil.

Nov 3, 2021 4:58 AM Read more >

House Beautiful: Unique North Saanich rancher built to stay in

A self-proclaimed reno fanatic with multiple renovations under her tool belt, the owner wanted to build a home from scratch

Oct 30, 2021 5:10 AM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Petunias keep the show going well into October

Petunias have been the enduring, low-maintenance stars of the summer patio flower show, lasting well into October

Oct 30, 2021 5:03 AM Read more >

Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Is it too late to plant garlic this fall?

Our gardening columnist answers reader questions on cooling weather and tomatoes, dealing with moth infestations, and planting garlic

Oct 27, 2021 7:01 AM Read more >