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7 Best Tips for Growing Zinnias

Published on August 23, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pink and red zinnias growing in the garden.

Use these zinnia growing tips to keep these sun-loving flowers in bloom from summer to frost. Fertile soil, consistent water, and stem supports are all key. And, be sure to learn how to pinch your … [Read more...]

How to Pinch Zinnias for More Blooms

Published on August 23, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pinching a zinnia to encourage more blooms.

Want nice full zinnia plants with lots of flowers? The secret is pinching. By "pinching" or cutting back some stems while the plant is young, zinnias respond by creating more stems and that means more … [Read more...]

How to Save Zinnia Seeds for Next Year

Published on August 23, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large orange zinnia and dry seed head.

After your zinnias bloom, as the flowers brown and dry, follow these tips to harvest and store seeds for next year's garden. If you are new to growing zinnias, see7 Best Tips For Growing Zinnias to … [Read more...]

How to Grow Zinnia From Cuttings

Published on August 23, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Zinnia cuttings propagating in a jar of water.

Growing zinnias from stem cuttings is an easy propagation method to get new plants. The cuttings can be rooted in water and will be ready for planting in just a few weeks. Also see 7 Best Tips For … [Read more...]

Winter Squash: How to Cure & Store Your Harvest

Published on August 15, 2021Last updated October 25, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Assorted squashes ready for curing.

After harvesting winter squash, it's time to cure itโ€”a process where the skin toughens up to last longer in storage. We've also included a storage chart for all types of winter squash. The first … [Read more...]

How To Grow Hydrangea From Cuttings

Published on August 10, 2021Last updated February 12, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Blue hydrangea and cutting for propagation.

Learn to propagate hydrangeas from cuttings using these step-by-step instructions. You can root cuttings in summer or fall and grow them into new plants. If you need pruning tips, … [Read more...]

How to Collect & Grow Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias)

Published on August 7, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Monarch butterfly landing on swamp milkweed flower to collect nectar.

If you want to grow milkweed from seed, fall is the perfect time to collect seeds and start sowing. We know we can't have monarch butterflies without specific milkweed plants (Asclepias spp.) so we … [Read more...]

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