Composting Old Ideas: A Gardener’s Lesson in Learning and Unlearning

What gardening can teach us about change: a local writer reflects on outdated practices, new knowledge, and the value of staying open to learning.

Apr 20, 2026

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“Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.”
~ Maya Angelou

This quote, attributed to Maya Angelou, has always resonated with me in both gardening and in life. Working in veterinary medicine, I am used to learning about new research and much of what I learned in school is now entirely obsolete.…

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A guest post by

Jennifer Deeks

Jennifer is the owner and operator of "Jenny's Farm", a small gardening company based in Owen Sound. She earned a diploma in horticulture from the University of Guelph and is a Master Gardener with the Grey County Master Gardeners.