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Could Chamomile Tea Stop Your Seedlings from Damping Off? Here’s Why It’s Time to Put the Kettle On
If your indoor seedlings have ever collapsed seemingly overnight, this trick can help you prevent calamity with this year’s seed starts. Here’s how a brew can save your future crops and border stars
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My Peat-Free Seed-Starting Mix is Cheaper to Make and More Sustainable – Here’s My Go-To Recipe
Peat moss has been the seed-starting standard for decades, but it comes at a real environmental cost. This simple three-ingredient mix saves money and saves the planet – and your seed starts will love it
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The $10 Product That Turns Pruning Scraps Into New Plants - It's The Easiest Way To Get Free Shrubs This Spring
Spring pruning scraps can be turned into dozens of new, free shrubs with the help of a little trick. Let's dig in!
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Understanding Cotyledons and Their Role in Plant Growth: The Powerhouse of the Seed
Cotyledons are the first signs of life for newly planted seeds. Learn their importance to the growth of your seedlings.
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Save Your Money This Spring! Divide These 9 Perennials in March to Get More Plants for Free
Cut down on your gardening costs this spring by dividing plants you already have in your yard. Here are the best perennials to divide in March.
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Start These 10 Vegetables in March for the Longest and Most Flavorful Season Yet
Spring is tapping on the door, so don’t get left behind if you want to sow these tasty staples. Here are 10 vegetables to plant in March, under glass and in the ground, to get the jump on year-long harvests
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It’s Not Your Fault Your Seedlings Are Leggy – It's All in the Light-and-Heat Balance (and It’s Easy to Fix)
Leggy seedlings can make gardeners worry what they did wrong. But the answer is often out of your control. Here's how to ensure seeds get a strong start.
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I'm Never Buying Plastic Seed Trays Again! Soil Blocking Is the Simpler Way to Start Seeds
Ditch the plastic trays! Learn how soil blocking builds strongerroot systems and makes transplanting your indoor seedlings effortless.
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How to Grow a New Hedge From Twigs – Yes, This Winter Method Really Works
You may not think a stick in the mud can be magic – but you’d be surprised. Here’s how to plant twigs in your yard to create a whole new living boundary
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7 Seeds You Can Plant on Your Windowsill in February – No Grow Lights Needed
Start seeds on your windowsill with no fuss or fancy grow lights. Just use the sun from your windows to get a head start planting these 7 seeds this month.
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Rooting Hormone for Easy Plant Propagation: Your Guide to Commercial and Natural Options
Rooting hormone can improve the odds of successful plant propagation if used correctly. Learn about the various options and best practices.
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It Sounds Wrong, but Scattering Seeds on Snow Actually Helps Some Seeds Germinate – Here’s How
Tossing seeds on frozen ground feels backward, but nature’s freeze-thaw cycle is the ultimate planting tool. Learn how to frost seed for tougher spring roots
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February Is the Worst Month for Seedling Sweat – Here's the Exact Moment to Remove Covers
Removing covers too late or too soon can spell disaster for your seedlings. Watch for these signs to prevent problems.
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Complete Guide to Semi-Hydroponics: Why and How to Switch Your Plants to Semi-Hydro
Semi-hydroponics can be a great option for many houseplants. Learn about this unique media and how to make the switch.
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Which Type of Seed Starting Container Is Best for Your Plants? Expert Reveals How to Choose the Right One for Stronger Seedlings
A gardening expert talks the pros and cons of common seed starting containers and shares her top picks to to grow strong seedlings.
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Old Farmers Warn Against Starting Seeds on These 9 February Dates – Here’s Why
If you’re starting seeds in February, these are the dates you need to avoid (and the ones to aim for instead).
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Don't Plant Dead Seeds! This Clever Phone Trick Checks Seed Viability on the Spot
Traditional germination tests take weeks, but your phone can do it in seconds. Here's how you can check seed viability. (No, it's not an app!)
