Combine one part compost, one part vermiculite and two parts coconut coir for an easy seed-starting potting mix. It is also acceptable to purchase seed-starting potting soil from a garden center.

Gather flower and vegetable seeds, milk jugs or two-liter soda bottles, duct tape, a quality potting mix and a weatherproof ...

Spring energy is buzzing, dirt is calling your name, and tiny seeds are just begging to become something amazing. Seed starting doesn't have to involve fancy trays, expensive lights, or a cart full of ...

It's an exciting milestone for gardeners when nurseries start to put seed packets on the shelf in early spring. A few dollars can buy hundreds of seeds, which is a huge money saver compared to buying ...

Most herbs take between a week and one month to germinate, which makes them some of the first you should start among other ...

Zinnia: Zinnia flowers are really easy to care for in general. Once they start blooming, these plants will not stop until the first freeze. Zinnia seeds require a lot of heat and sunshine to sprout, ...

So, our gardening season begins again. Mid-February is the time to start seeds for planting out mid-April or there abouts. After this winter-that-wasn’t (so far), I’m not sure what the planting ...

Whether you’re interested in gardening as a hobby, a side hustle or simply want beautiful blooms in your space, you’ll need some basic essentials. Besides durable gloves, a raised bed and other ...

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