Plant Propagation
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Dutch Bucket Hydroponic Garden: Using Dutch Buckets For Hydroponics
What is Dutch bucket hydroponics and what are the benefits of a Dutch bucket growing system? Click here to find out.
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Growing Cuttings In Winter: How To Overwinter Cuttings From Plants
Even if you can move them, annuals often don’t last indoors during winter. Instead, consider keeping cuttings over winter. Get started here.
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Starting Seeds In Newspaper: Making Recycled Newspaper Pots
Seed starter pots from newspaper are simple to make and an environmentally friendly use of the material. Click here to learn how to make them.
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What Is Semi-Hydroponics – Growing Semi-Hydroponics At Home
What is semi-hydroponics? The following article discusses growing semi-hydroponics at home and DIY semi-hydroponics. Click here.
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Winter Propagating: Can You Propagate Plants In Winter
Can you propagate plants in winter? Yes, winter propagation is possible. Click here to learn all about winter plant propagation.
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What Is Agar: Using Agar As A Growing Medium For Plants
Botanists often use agar to produce plants in sterile conditions. What is agar? It is created out of plants and acts as a perfect stabilizing or gelling agent. Learn more about this growing medium and using agar for plant growth in this article.
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Garden Planting Calendar: Figure Out When To Start Seeds Indoors
Starting seed at the right time allows plants mature before the end of the season. Click to learn how to plan out your spring planting.
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DIY Soil Blocker: How To Make Soil Blocks For Seed Starting
A soil blocking tool is a perfect way to efficiently grow healthier seedings with less plastic waste. Click here for DIY soil block ideas.
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Pelleted Seeds: What Are Pelleted Seeds And How To Use Them
Have you ever had issues growing things with teeny, tiny seeds? Meet the solution: pellet seeds. What are pellet seeds? Click here to find out.
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How To Start Flower Seeds Indoors - Easy Flower Seeds To Grow Indoors
Starting flowers from seed is an easy way to add color to the home landscape. Learning how to start flower seeds indoors can give a grower an important jump start on the new growing season.
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Why You Should Start Seeds Indoors: Benefits Of Seed Starting Indoors
If you typically wait to grow transplants from the garden center or to sow outside, consider the benefits of growing seeds indoors this year.
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Best Place To Start Seeds Indoors - Warm And Sunny Spots To Start Seeds
The best way to start seeds depends upon a lot of factors: temperature, time of year, humidity levels, light, plant medium, variety. Read on to learn the best places to start seeds.
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Seeds For Growing Sprouts - What Seeds Make Good Sprouts For Salads
Did you know that you can use many different kinds of seeds for growing sprouts? Read on to learn about growing seeds for salad sprouts.
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Seedling Heat Mats: How To Use A Heat Mat For Plants
What is a heat mat for plants, and exactly what does it do? The one basic function of a heat mat is to gently warm the soil, thus promoting faster germination and strong, healthy seedlings. For more information and to learn just how to use a heat mat to start seeds, click here.
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What Is Tip Rooting – Learn About Tip Layer Rooting Of Plants
Not all plants can be divided like hosta or daylily. Woody shrubs or cane-bearing fruits, for example, are multiplied by layering techniques, such as tip layering. Click this article for tip layering information and instructions on how to tip layer propagate.
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Nicking Plant Seeds: Why Should You Nick Seed Coats Before Planting
You may have heard that nicking plant seeds before attempting to germinate them is a good idea. In fact, some seeds require this, so it?s important to know how to nick flower seeds as well as other plant seeds before starting your garden. Learn more in this article.
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Organic Seed Information: Using Organic Garden Seeds
Did you ever wonder what constitutes an organic plant? The USDA has a set of guidelines for this. Read here for a guide to true organic seed gardening so you are armed with information to protect you and your family.
