Plant Propagation
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Honey As A Root Hormone: How To Root Cuttings With Honey
Did you know that honey may contain enzymes for promoting root growth in plants? It's true. Many people have found success with using honey to root cuttings. Read here to learn more.
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Where To Get Heirloom Seeds - Heirloom Seed Sources
Ideally you know a friend or family member that can pass along their prized heirloom tomato seeds, but not everyone gets that lucky. Keep reading to learn how to find heirloom seeds sources.
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Does Freezing Kill Seeds? – Information On Using Seeds That Are Frozen
While your garage, garden shed or basement may stay cool, they can also be humid and damp during certain times of the year. You may wonder how cool is too cool, and does freezing kill seeds. Click this article to learn more about storing seeds in the freezer.
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Thinning Seedlings: Tips For How To Thin Plants
Thinning plants is a necessary evil we must all face. Knowing when and how to thin plants is important for their overall health and success. This article will help that. Click here to learn how to thin plants.
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Algae On Seed Soil Surface: How To Get Rid Of Algae On Seeding Soil
Starting your plants from seed allows you to get a jump start on the season. That said, they are sensitive to changes in moisture and humidity that can algae growth and other fungal issues. Get the reasons for this and how to prevent it here.
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Planting Old Seeds - Can You Use Out-Of-Date Seeds?
It happens to all gardeners. We plant a few seeds then throw the rest in a drawer, finding them later and wondering if they're still good. Is it a waste of time germinating old seeds? Read here to find out.
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Using Sponges For Seed Growing – How To Plant Seeds In A Sponge
Starting seeds in sponges is a neat trick that is not difficult to do. Small seeds that germinate and sprout quickly work best for this technique, and once they’re ready, you can transplant them to pots or garden beds. Click this article to learn more.
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Cutting Propagation Plants: What Plants Can Root From Cuttings
Depending on the space, the costs of starting a garden can add up quickly. Luckily, savvy gardeners can grow a beautiful garden with little investment. Learning about plants that grow from cuttings will reward homeowners for many years to come. Click here for more info.
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Seed Lending Library: How To Start A Seed Library
What is a seed lending library? It loans seeds to gardeners. Exactly how does a seed lending library work? A seed library works much like a traditional library - but not quite. Read this article for more specific seed library information.
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What Is A Volunteer Plant: Learn About Volunteer Plants In Gardens
Some gardeners think of volunteer plants in gardens as free bonus plants. Others consider them weeds. This article explains how to use volunteer plants to your best advantage and how to eliminate unwanted volunteers.
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Containers For Propagating Plants: Common Containers Used To Propagate Plants
Plant propagation containers can be as simple as recycled kitchen containers or as elaborate as commercial self-watering systems. Read this article for tips on suitable propagating pots.
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Beginner Vegetable Seeds - What Vegetable Seeds Are Easy To Grow
Your first vegetable garden should be fun, easy and prolific. This article will help get your first garden off to a great start.
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What Is Seed Tape: Information On Planting With Seed Tape
The task of planting small seeds may feel daunting to some. Luckily, the use of gardening seed tape can help gardeners sow seeds easily and precisely within vegetable planting beds. How does seed tape work? Click on the following article to learn more.
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Seed Coat Stuck - Tips For Removing The Seed Coat After Germination
It happens to the best of gardeners. You plant your seeds and a few come up looking a little different. On closer inspection, you find the seed coat is still attached to the leaves. Why? This article will help.
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Learn The Difference Between Non-Hybrid Seeds And Hybrid Seeds
The terms hybrid seeds and non-hybrid seeds are especially confusing due to a rather heated political debate that is occurring around these terms. Read here to learn more about their differences.
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Seed Germination Requirements: Factors That Determine Seed Germination
Germination is essential for what we do as gardeners. Whether starting plants from seeds or using transplants, germination has to happen for gardens to exist. By learning more about the process and what seeds need, you can get better results in the garden. Learn more here.
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How To Sow Seeds Thinly: Learn About Sowing Thinly In The Garden
Occasionally seed packets include "sow thinly." What does sow thinly mean? This term is used for very tiny seeds, each of which has the potential to become a little plant. It helps prevent wasted seed and overcrowding amongst the seedlings. Learn more in this article.
