Garden Fundamentals

5 Most Common Seed Starting Problems & How to Fix Them

Published on March 11, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you started seeds indoors and they are not germinating or sprout but then struggle, this will help troubleshoot the problem. If you're just getting started, this shows my indoor seed starting … [Read more...]

What to Know Before Adding Coffee Grounds to Your Garden

Published on February 28, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

While coffee grounds are a source of plant nutrients, they can cause problems. The best practice is to compost them first before using them as a soil amendment. If you want to improve your soil, … [Read more...]

What to Know Before Reusing Old Potting Mix

Published on February 23, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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 Grow Peas: Tips For Beginner Vegetable Gardeners

Published on February 15, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Use these tips to start growing peas in your home vegetable garden. Whether its sugar, snap, or shelling peas, there are lots of options from spring to fall. While growing peas outdoors is most … [Read more...]

Wilting Seedlings? It Could Be Damping-Off Disease

Published on January 31, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If your indoor seedlings are wilting, bent, swollen, or turning brown, it may be damping-off disease. Learn about the causes, identification, and how to prevent it in the future. For more tips also … [Read more...]

How to Test Seeds For Germination (Paper Towel Test)

Published on July 6, 2023 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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...]

How to Write Botanical Plant Names (Tips For Gardeners)

Published on July 1, 2023 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This beginner’s guide to botanical names shares the basics for gardeners wanting to get comfortable using the scientific names for plants. Once you understand the conventions for how the names are … [Read more...]