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How To Grow Swiss Chard Indoors (Seed to Harvest)

Published on October 16, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing Swiss chard indoors at home.

This shows how to grow Swiss chard in containers indoors year-round at home for baby greens and delicious, colorful stalks. If you love this idea, also see indoor vegetable gardening for beginners. … [Read more...]

How To Store Dahlia Tubers For Winter (Best Options)

Published on October 10, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Dahlia flower and tuber on newspaper.

Learn how to store dahlia tubers over winter to keep them safe until spring. The successful methods use paper bags, newspaper, plastic wrap, and crate storage. If you are new to dahlias, see what … [Read more...]

How To Grow Pineapple From Seed (Two Methods)

Published on October 8, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collecting pineapples seeds from the fruit for germination.

Learn how to grow pineapple plants (Ananas comosus) from seed using these easy germination methods. Instructions show how to collect and sow seeds. You can also grow a pineapple by rooting the top … [Read more...]

12 Stepping Stone & Garden Path Ideas

Published on October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Stepping stone garden path through garden.

Ready to explore garden path and stepping stone ideas for your yard? These photos come from home gardens with walkways made from stone, brick, hypertufa, and concrete pavers. If you would like more … [Read more...]

Fall Pruning Tips: What to Remove Now

Published on October 4, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hand holding plant pruners in the fall garden.

What should you prune in fall and what should wait? With leaves gone, fall is the perfect time to examine your trees, shrubs, and vines and come up with a pruning plan. It's the time to remove dead, … [Read more...]

Using Heat Mats For Seed Starting (Pros & Cons)

Published on October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Heat mat for warming germinating seedlings.

Most seeds donโ€™t need a heat mat to sprout indoors, but they can help in some cases. Learn when to use one and what features to look for when buying. For a complete guide on growing from seed, see … [Read more...]

Planting Potted Mums Outdoors as Year-Round Perennials

Published on September 25, 2021Last updated October 25, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Potted mums in the garden.

Can you plant those spring or fall potted chrysanthemums sold at grocery stores in your garden? The answer depends on the plant and your growing conditions. Letโ€™s see what it takes to grow these mums … [Read more...]

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