Plant care tips and tricks
Well, of course it’s this weekend. After a quiet stretch on the plant event calendar, September 19 and 20 have decided to throw everything at us at once — bonsai in Niagara, orchids in Guelph, a full two-day expo near the airport, and free compost in Milton for anyone in Halton. And where will I be? Elbow-deep …
There’s a certain kind of plant that teaches you patience whether you signed up for the lesson or not. Mine is a Bulbophyllum (cruentum × phalaenopsis), and after three and a half years in my living room, it has finally given me its first bloom. Where it came from I picked this one up at the Southern Ontario Orchid …
It’s that time of year again — the cactus and succulents are coming outside. If you watched my last video you already got the full tour of my collection, every plant up close. Now that everything is pulled out and accounted for, it’s time to move them to the balcony for the season and talk …
If you’re a plant lover in the Toronto area, June 2026 is a big month. Three events are happening in a matter of weeks — and together they cover everything from rare tropicals and orchids to cacti, succulents, cut flowers, and handmade pottery. Whether you’re a collector chasing a unicorn plant or just getting into …
Spring Is Finally Here — And So Are the Plants! 🌱 Hey plant friends! If you’ve been following me on Life of Bellina on YouTube, you already know I’m obsessed with plant events — especially the ones happening right here in the Greater Toronto Area. May is hands-down one of the best months of the year for Ontario …
In today’s video I unbox a rare and uncommon cactus and succulent preorder that I totally forgot I recorded. These plants are part of my growing plant collection and I share my first reactions and close-up looks. This makes a fun bonus video on top of my Vlogmas series. 🌵 What to expect in this …
Visiting the Centennial Park Conservatory feels like stepping into a quiet pocket of color and calm. Glasshouses filled with tropical palms, desert cacti, and seasonal blooms create a gentle rhythm as light filters through the panes and settles on winding paths. Each room offers a different mood, from warm and lush to bright and sculptural, …
This video wraps up my Vlogmas series with a full plant haul from the season. You will see every plant I picked up along the way after visiting several different stores and hunting for the best deals. I am also sharing my favorite Instagram purchase from https://www.instagram.com/plantsofgoo…, which was truly a highlight of this journey. …
After many requests and a bit of a wait, it’s finally here! In this video, I’m giving you a full tour of my personal plant collection. From classic houseplants to rare collector’s gems, you’ll see a bit of everything: orchids, African violets, cactus, succulents, and more. Part 1: My Condo Is Now a Hidden Greenhouse Part 1
Plant lovers, mark your calendars. Here are a few upcoming plant events around Toronto to keep on your radar this spring and summer. These are always great opportunities to see beautiful plants, meet fellow growers, and sometimes bring home something special. 🌸 Toronto Artistic Orchid Association Orchid Show & Sale 📅 April 18-19, 2026 📍 Chinese Cultural …