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Plant Propagation Tips & Tutorials

Tips and tutorials for growing plants from seed, cuttings, plant division, layering, grafting, and more. Includes indoor and outdoor growing.

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How to Grow an Oak Tree From an Acorn (Step By Step)

Published on August 4, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Acorn and young plant in a flower pot grown from an acorn.

Use these step-by-step instructions to grow an acorn into an oak tree. Find out how to choose the best acorns in fall and follow the tutorial to sprout the seed, grow it into a sapling, and plant it … [Read more...]

Seed Types 101: Heirloom v Hybrid v Open-Pollinated

Published on June 30, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Assorted vegetables including cabbage growing in the garden.

Understanding seed types will help you select the right seeds for your garden. Find out the differences between heirloom, hybrid, and open-pollinated seeds. If you are new to gardening, it's also … [Read more...]

How To Scarify Seeds Before Sowing For Better Germination Rates

Published on May 6, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Various types of seeds and details on how to scarify them.

If seed packets suggest nicking, sanding, or soaking before sowing, that’s scarification. These methods can help improve germination in hard-coated seeds. Many seeds that need scarification also … [Read more...]

How To Cold Stratify Seeds (Including Fridge Stratification Method)

Published on May 6, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Primroses in the garden.

Cold stratification is a process where we prepare certain types of seeds for germination before sowing. Done in a fridge at home, this method is beneficial for seeds from cold hardy plants. After … [Read more...]

How to Grow Lemon Trees from Seed (& Other Citrus Fruits)

Published on January 22, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Using lemon seeds to propagate new lemon trees.

This easy method shows how to save seeds from citrus fruit including oranges, lemons, tangerines, kumquat, and more, and grow them into houseplants. The steps shown will ensure an excellent … [Read more...]

Simple Seed Storage Container Ideas

Published on January 10, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keeping seeds organized in plastic photo cases.

Get your seeds organized with these easy container systems. Managing seeds is a breeze when you have a system that works for you. If you want a simple filing system, this is the seed sorting system … [Read more...]

3 Quick Ways to Grow Christmas Cactus From Cuttings

Published on January 9, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Propagating holiday cactus cuttings.

Christmas cactus is easy to grow from cuttings—and the same goes for Thanksgiving and Easter types. See how to root a stem segment and grow new plants. For a indoor growing guide, see How to Care … [Read more...]

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