Plant Propagation
Become a master propagator of plants to add plants to your home or garden. Learn easy methods of planting seeds, rooting stems, dividing roots and becoming a master at growing. You don't need to go back to school to multiply your plant collection.
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WHAT IS ROOTSTOCK? HOW AND WHY TO USE ROOTSTOCK
It’s fascinating how rootstock for grafting results in stronger trees that bear better fruit. You may not be a professional grower, but knowing how this works will make you a better-informed consumer.
By Teo Spengler
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Experts Reveal The Top 3 Reasons Seeds and Seedlings Fail – And Offer Solutions
When seeds and seedlings rot or fail to sprout, it's a crushing blow to your growing ambitions. Discover how to avoid the most common pitfalls.
By Melanie Griffiths
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5 Creative Ways To Use Leftover Seed – Don't Throw It Away!
If you weren't able to plant all of your seeds this year, then try these creative ways to use them before they expire.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Autumn Flower Seeds: Flower Seeds For Fall Planting
By Tonya Barnett
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Our Complete Guide To Houseplant Propagation
Propagation is an easy and FREE way to get new plants! Learn how to propagate your favorite houseplants with Gardening Know How.
By Gardening Know How
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Will Cheap Seeds Grow? Characteristics Of Good Quality Seeds
Choosing good quality seeds can be a challenge. It’s good to know if some seeds are better than others.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Helpful Tips For Buying Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants less expensive, easy to plant and don’t weigh as much to ship. Just make sure they're healthy!
By Teo Spengler
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How To Divide Perennials In Spring
Dividing perennials is a great way to expand your garden for free. Read on to learn how to divide hostas, rudbeckias, and salvias.
By Laura Walters
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What Is Damping Off?
Damping off is a common term for the sudden death of seedlings. It can be alarming, so knowing what to look for can help. Learn more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Seeds From The Past - Ancient Seeds Found And Grown
Many seeds from the past are tens of thousands of years old. The ancient heirloom seeds are a crucial key to ancestral life and the evolution of the planet's flora. Click to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Covid Safe Seed Swap Ideas - How To Have A Safe Seed Swap
Like most activities this pandemic year, planning is key to ensure everyone is socially distanced and stays healthy. Click here for tips on how to have a safe seed swap.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Milk Jug Winter Sowing: How To Start Seeds In A Milk Jug
A terrific method for starting seeds that can be started earlier is milk jug winter sowing, which is basically sowing seeds in a milk jug that becomes a mini greenhouse. Want to learn more about milk jug seed pots? Click the following article for additional info.
By Amy Grant
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Seed Packet Codes – What Do The Codes On Seed Packets Mean
Seed package abbreviations are an integral part of successful gardening, but what do these codes on seed packets mean? Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Open Pollination Information: What Are Open Pollinated Plants
While many hybrid cultivars offer growers vegetable varieties that perform well under a wide range of conditions, many may prefer open-pollinated varieties. What does open pollinated mean when it comes to selecting seeds for the home garden? Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Planting A Garden From Seeds For Flowers Or Vegetables
Some seeds need to be germinated indoors, but others would rather be directly sown into the garden. Learn which are which.
By Amy Grant
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How To Stop Bird Seed Growing Plants
If you love feeding birds but don’t enjoy the dropped-seed weeds, here are some solutions.
By Laura Miller
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What's Inside A Seed?
Learning about the anatomy of seeds and how they germinate is a fascinating study. Read on.
By Laura Miller