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Watch Out for Leggy Seedlings – Here's How to Save the Ones that Are Already Spindly, and How to Keep It from Happening AgainAre your seedlings tall and floppy? There's a simple reason why. Learn how to even out growth and maybe even save the ones you think are too far gone.
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Behind on Your Spring Gardening? This Smart Seed Starter Kit Sprouts Seedlings Faster Than Planting in PotsMy seeds germinated weeks faster than they said they would on the packet when I planted them in this smart seeder start kit from LetPot.
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April is Prime Time to Multiply These 6 Classic Border Beauties – Take Cuttings Now to Fill Your Yard with Free FlowersYour borders are a goldmine of free potential, and you can double your blooms this month with just a pair of snips. Just take timely cuttings of these classic beauties
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Sorry, But It’s Time to Toss Those Leggy Seedlings – Unless They’re One of These 6 PlantsSome leggy seedlings are doomed. But there are certain types of plants you can still save, even if they had a weak start. Here are the 6 you should never toss.
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Started Your Seeds Way Too Early? 6 Easy Ways to Save Weak Seedlings in Time for Transplanting OutdoorsStarting seeds too early is a common mistake that can have season-long consequences. Here's how to save struggling seedlings before it's time to transplant.
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Martha Stewart Swears by This Flower Seed-Starting Method – Here’s What Gardening Pros Have to Say About ItPlanting your seeds well makes all the difference between a sparse bed of blooms and one that's lush. I asked gardening experts what they think about Martha Stewart's tried-and-trusted method.
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Are Your Eco-Friendly Pots Stunting Seedlings? Do This To Save Young Plants and Keep Them Growing StrongBiodegradable seedling pots are effective and planet-friendly, but if you’re using toilet rolls, be warned – you could be stunting seedlings. Before you use those DIY pots, make time for this quick starter pot fix
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How To Grow A Pineapple Top From Store-Bought Fruit – Unlock Tropical Vibes and Grow a Tasty TreatLearn how to grow a pineapple top from a store-bought fruit. You can grow a pineapple plant in your very own home—no tropical travel required!
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Why Some Gardeners Swear by Vodka for Seedlings – And How You Can Turn Happy Hour into a Healthier GardenBelieve it or not, your bar cart holds the secret to the sturdiest seedlings ever. The reason for this beneficial boozy tonic may surprise you. Here’s why pro gardeners are giving seedlings a stiff drink
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Gardeners Are Planting Flower Seeds to Choose Baby Names – and It’s the Most Beautiful IdeaThis naming idea is super simple and incredibly meaningful. Here's how to do it, as well as an inspiring story of someone who named their child after a flower.
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This Free Mini Greenhouse Is Easy to Make with an Egg Carton and a Bread Bag – and It’s Perfect for Starting Seeds at HomeStart seeds indoors using just an egg carton and a plastic bread bag. This free DIY mini greenhouse works perfectly for beginners. Here's a step-by-step guide.
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Why Petting Your Seedlings for 30 Seconds Each Day Can Make Them Stronger – It’s The Tickle Every Pro Gardener Swears By!Want to avoid leggy seedlings? Your plant babies are craving a little Vitamin T – by which we mean, your touch. Here’s why you need to try a little tenderness and pet your seedlings
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Freezing This One Type of Flower Seed in Ice Is the Key to Faster Germination and Earlier BloomsFreezing these flower seeds in ice cubes may be the secret to faster blooms in spring. Find out which seeds to stick in your freezer now.
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I Tried The Viral Dollar Tree Mini Greenhouse — It's Perfect for Starting Seeds in Small Spaces (Even if You're a Beginner!)This $1.50 compact seed starter is the easiest, most budget-friendly way to get a head start on your summer seeds.
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Could Chamomile Tea Stop Your Seedlings from Damping Off? Here’s Why It’s Time to Put the Kettle OnIf 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 RecipePeat 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 SpringSpring pruning scraps can be turned into dozens of new, free shrubs with the help of a little trick. Let's dig in!
