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What to Sow in Fall Before It Snows

Published on October 1, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Lupines

Fall is the time to sow many spring-flowering seeds and bulbs, as well as cover crops to enrich the soil. There is a complete printable fall garden task checklist here. I love that in … [Read more...]

When is it Too Late to Sow Seeds Outdoors?

Published on June 1, 2014Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Seedling.

How do you know when it is too late to sow seeds outdoors? Use these tips for starting flowers and vegetables in late summer or fall. For more garden tips, see the Empress of Dirt Grow … [Read more...]

How to Build a Dome Greenhouse

Published on May 7, 2014Last updated October 13, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Homemade dome for raised garden bed.

This simple, dome greenhouse is easy-to-make and an expensive way to extend the growing season in your garden both in spring and fall. For more ideas, my Lean-To Greenhouse … [Read more...]

How To Track Indoor Seedlings Without Plant Tags

Published on February 4, 2014Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing seedlings

This seedling tracking system keeps track of all of your indoor seed sowing without the need for tags or markers for each plant. Once you're seedling are larger, use this cheap and easy system for … [Read more...]

Outdoor Plant Tags & Markers that Last a Lifetime (Really)

Published on January 28, 2014Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Example of a long-lasting plant tag.

These DIY plant markers are the longest lasting option I have found. They are completely weather-resistant and will last year-round outdoors indefinitely. Also see Best (Cheap & Easy) DIY Tags … [Read more...]

How to Grow Salad Greens that Regrow

Published on June 14, 2013Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Gloved hand cutting salad greens with fine snippers.

You can grow cut and come again salad greens indoors and outdoors. These are delicious leafy greens that regrow several times after harvesting the leaves. If you are interested in indoor food … [Read more...]

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