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Are Your Eco-Friendly Pots Stunting Seedlings? Do This To Save Young Plants and Keep Them Growing Strong
Biodegradable seedling pots are effective and planet-friendly, but if you’re using toilet rolls, be warned – you could be stunting seedlings. Before you use those DIY pots, make time for this quick starter pot fix
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How To Grow A Pineapple Top From Store-Bought Fruit – Unlock Tropical Vibes and Grow a Tasty Treat
Learn how to grow a pineapple top from a store-bought fruit. You can grow a pineapple plant in your very own home—no tropical travel required!
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3 Seed Stratification Methods Gardeners Swear By – Plus 3 Weird Ones You Might Not Have Heard Of
New to seed stratifying? Here are the best ways to get your seeds ready to sprout this spring!
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Why Some Gardeners Swear by Vodka for Seedlings – And How You Can Turn Happy Hour into a Healthier Garden
Believe it or not, your bar cart holds the secret to the sturdiest seedlings ever. The reason for this beneficial boozy tonic may surprise you. Here’s why pro gardeners are giving seedlings a stiff drink
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Gardeners Are Planting Flower Seeds to Choose Baby Names – and It’s the Most Beautiful Idea
This naming idea is super simple and incredibly meaningful. Here's how to do it, as well as an inspiring story of someone who named their child after a flower.
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This Free Mini Greenhouse Is Easy to Make with an Egg Carton and a Bread Bag – and It’s Perfect for Starting Seeds at Home
Start seeds indoors using just an egg carton and a plastic bread bag. This free DIY mini greenhouse works perfectly for beginners. Here's a step-by-step guide.
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Why Petting Your Seedlings for 30 Seconds Each Day Can Make Them Stronger – It’s The Tickle Every Pro Gardener Swears By!
Want to avoid leggy seedlings? Your plant babies are craving a little Vitamin T – by which we mean, your touch. Here’s why you need to try a little tenderness and pet your seedlings
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Freezing This One Type of Flower Seed in Ice Is the Key to Faster Germination and Earlier Blooms
Freezing these flower seeds in ice cubes may be the secret to faster blooms in spring. Find out which seeds to stick in your freezer now.
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Could Chamomile Tea Stop Your Seedlings from Damping Off? Here’s Why It’s Time to Put the Kettle On
If your indoor seedlings have ever collapsed seemingly overnight, this trick can help you prevent calamity with this year’s seed starts. Here’s how a brew can save your future crops and border stars
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My Peat-Free Seed-Starting Mix is Cheaper to Make and More Sustainable – Here’s My Go-To Recipe
Peat moss has been the seed-starting standard for decades, but it comes at a real environmental cost. This simple three-ingredient mix saves money and saves the planet – and your seed starts will love it
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The $10 Product That Turns Pruning Scraps Into New Plants - It's The Easiest Way To Get Free Shrubs This Spring
Spring pruning scraps can be turned into dozens of new, free shrubs with the help of a little trick. Let's dig in!
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Understanding Cotyledons and Their Role in Plant Growth: The Powerhouse of the Seed
Cotyledons are the first signs of life for newly planted seeds. Learn their importance to the growth of your seedlings.
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Save Your Money This Spring! Divide These 9 Perennials in March to Get More Plants for Free
Cut down on your gardening costs this spring by dividing plants you already have in your yard. Here are the best perennials to divide in March.
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Start These 10 Vegetables in March for the Longest and Most Flavorful Season Yet
Spring is tapping on the door, so don’t get left behind if you want to sow these tasty staples. Here are 10 vegetables to plant in March, under glass and in the ground, to get the jump on year-long harvests
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It’s Not Your Fault Your Seedlings Are Leggy – It's All in the Light-and-Heat Balance (and It’s Easy to Fix)
Leggy seedlings can make gardeners worry what they did wrong. But the answer is often out of your control. Here's how to ensure seeds get a strong start.
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I'm Never Buying Plastic Seed Trays Again! Soil Blocking Is the Simpler Way to Start Seeds
Ditch the plastic trays! Learn how soil blocking builds strongerroot systems and makes transplanting your indoor seedlings effortless.
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5 Underrated Annuals Worth Starting From Seed Now – for Beds That Are Bursting With Color by Spring
Your garden will be bursting with color by spring if you sow these overlooked seeds now. Here are the underrated annuals that deserve a spot in your plot.
