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How to Grow an Avocado from Seed (Easy Method)

Published on July 1, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing avocado from seed

Forget toothpicks! Try this easy, no-fuss method to root avocado pits. It takes little effort and lets you see exactly which ones will germinate before potting. Once you've got your seeds … [Read more...]

Baking Soda in the Garden: Is it Really Harmless?

Published on June 30, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Tomatoes and a box of baking soda in the garden.

Baking soda is often touted for sweeter tomatoes and stronger plants, but most claims come from folklore, not science. Hereโ€™s what it is and whether it belongs in your garden. If you're interested … [Read more...]

Why Epsom Salt is Not Good For Your Garden (or the Environment)

Published on May 5, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage with roses in a garden and a bag of Epsom salt.

Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) is frequently recommended as a plant fertilizer but it's rarely lacking in home gardens and the excess harms waterways. This is part of a series on common garden … [Read more...]

12 Creative & Frugal Garden Art Project Tutorials

Published on April 28, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade garden art including tipsy pots and a tool art animal.

Personalize your garden using clever, budget-friendly art projects. These easy tutorials show you how to repurpose household finds into unique outdoor decorations. For more, also … [Read more...]

Getting Started With Outdoor Herb Growing

Published on April 25, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Chives growing outdoors in garden.

Which herbs like full sun? Which herbs are annual? Or perennial? Can I grow them in containers? Get the answers to these beginner questions and more to get started with outdoor herb growing. If you … [Read more...]

How to Grow a Peach Tree From a Pit

Published on March 26, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage with peach fruit, pit, and young potted peach tree

Can you grow a peach tree from a store-bought pit? Yes! Learn the easy way to grow peaches, plums, and cherries with this stone fruit propagation guide. You may also enjoy How to Grow An Apple Tree … [Read more...]

How to Plant Asparagus Crowns

Published on March 23, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Asparagus crowns ready to be planted.

The quickest way to start a new asparagus patch is to plant young living roots known as crowns. In the right location, this perennial vegetable will provide ample yields for years to come. For more … [Read more...]

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