Plant Propagation
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What Is Reseeding: How To Manage Self-Seeders In Gardens
One of the best bangs for your gardening buck is a reseeding plant. The term refers to plants that set viable seed and grow anew the next season. But how do you manage these plants? Click here to learn more.
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Can You Plant Cut Flowers: Will Cut Flowers Grow Roots
A popular gift for holidays or special occasions is that of flower bouquets, but a gift of plants will soon die. What if you could turn that bouquet back into growing plants? Rooting bouquet flowers is possible with a few simple tips. Click here to learn more.
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What Is A Cotyledon: When Do Cotyledons Fall Off
Cotyledons may be one of the first visible signs a plant has germinated. What is a cotyledon? It is the embryonic part of a seed which stores fuel for further growth. Learn more about cotyledons in this article. Click here for more info.
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Seed Starting In Coir: Using Coconut Coir Pellets For Germination
Starting your own plants from seed is a great way to save money when gardening. Yet, dragging bags of starting soil into the house is messy. If you enjoy raising your plants from seed but hate the hassle, you might want to try coir pellets. Click here for more info.
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Whip And Tongue Grafting Basics And Benefits
One method of grafting that has much success is called whip and tongue grafting. What is whip and tongue grafting? Click here for more.
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Dividing Plants As Gifts – Giving Plant Divisions To Friends
Dividing plants is essential to maintaining their healt. A popular idea to consider is dividing garden plants to give as gifts. Click here.
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Bare Root Planting – How To Plant A Bare Root Plant
Those who are new to gardening or online shopping may not think to check the product details to see if the plants are shipped in pots or bare root. What are bare root plants? Click here for that answer, as well as information on bare root plant care.
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Banana Trunk Planter – Growing Vegetables In Banana Stems
Growing veggies in banana trunks is an innovative way to garden. Banana trunk planters may just be the next new thing. Learn more here.
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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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Benefits Of Direct Seeding: Why And When You Should Direct Sow Seeds
To direct sow seeds means planting directly into the garden bed where the plant will remain. Read on to learn more about direct sowing.
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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.
