"A Maven is a trusted expert, connoisseur, or highly knowledgeable person who has accumulated deep, specialized understanding of a specific subject." GREEN LOVE introduces GARDEN MAVENS, a series of interviews with creators of beautiful and interesting gardens. Our first interview will be with MaryAnn whose garden is a more than three decade project in which MaryAnn, and originally her neighbours, carved stone paths through what was once forest and is now a Forest Edge garden

After a slow, cool, and very wet spring across our region, it’s natural to feel behind in the garden. You’re not. In fact, this kind of spring often sets the stage for a strong, resilient summer garden—if you work with the conditions rather than against them. A few gentle reminders for right now: Soil needs time to warm and dry before planting Tender crops (beans, corn, annuals) are best left until late May or early June Seedlings benefit from gradual exposure outdoors (harde