This seed viability chart shows how long garden seeds stay viable. Each type has a different shelf life, so labeling packets with “sow by” dates helps. Seed Storage: Top Tips For Storing Seeds at … [Read more...]
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Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.
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How to Grow Peonies & Get Blooms
Use these tips to grow peonies for a yearly show of gorgeous blooms. We’ve answered common questions for the care of these favorite, long-living perennials. We also have 6 Tips for Growing … [Read more...]
Buying Soil For Your Garden? Read This First
Whether marketed as topsoil, black soil, black earth, or some other catchy phrase, it’s not easy to know what’s in the bag. Use these tips to help guide your soil shopping decisions. If you need … [Read more...]
What to Know Before Reusing Old Potting Mix
While reusing potting mix is common, it can harbor disease and impact plant health. Use our tips to determine when it's time for a refresh. We also have this handy soil calculator to figure out … [Read more...]
How to Get Delphiniums to Bloom Twice in One Season
If you want a second set of blooms after your delphiniums have flowered, use this simple method to encourage additional blooms. For more delphinium growing tips, also see Delphiniums: Growing … [Read more...]
How to Grow Sweet Pea Flowers & What to Avoid
Use these tips to grow sweet pea flowers (Lathyrus odoratus) from seed in your garden in spring or a greenhouse in fall. With the right growing conditions and care, these old-fashioned flowers will … [Read more...]
How to Test Seeds For Germination (Paper Towel Test)
Curious whether your seeds are still viable? This simple paper towel test shows which seeds will germinate along with anticipated germination rates ahead of planting time. For seed starting … [Read more...]
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