Seeds
Growing gardens normally begin with garden seeds. For this reason, it helps to know more about the different types of seeds, how to start your garden seeds, and caring for seedlings once they’ve germinated. Using the following seed starting info, you can find tips on starting seeds indoors and out, mediums for starting seeds, tips for improving germination and so much more. Before you dive into your gardening projects, check out this informative section to find exactly what you need.
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Sustainable Seed Starting Tips: 10 Easy, Eco-Friendly Ideas
Sustainable seed starting is just one way to be a good Earth citizen. Saving seeds and practicing eco-friendly seed starting is easy and fun.
By Amy Grant
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How To Start Seeds Indoors In Warm Climates – Expert Tips For Southern Gardeners
Want to start seeds indoors? If you live in a warm climate you can get an extra early start. Let our resident seed starting expert take you through his process.
By Geoffrey Johnson
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When To Start Planting Seeds For A Head Start On Your Garden
It's time to start your garden, but when do you start seeds? The answer depends upon your zone. Read the following article to get some important seed starting tips. Click here for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Seed Soaking: Tips For Soaking Seeds Before Planting
Soaking seeds before planting is the best way to germinate certain types of seeds, but not necessarily others. Knowing the basics will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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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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The Secret to Seed Starting
Looking to start plants from seed? Click here for everything you need to know about planting seeds indoors and out.
By Gardening Know How
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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 Expired Seeds Still Grow: Planting With Expired Seed Packets
Are old seeds still good for planting, or is it better to get new ones? We ran the test ourselves - click to see the results.
By Tonya Barnett
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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