Not all of us were born with a green thumb, or perfect memory. We forget to water our plants, or we get so busy and we might lose a few innocent plants —but don’t fret, there are plants out there that are more durable, more hearty and more forgiving of forgetful beginners. If you’re looking…
How to Fill Your Garden for Less
For those who love gardening, nothing beats a few hours meandering the aisles of your favorite garden center. Down every row and around every corner, you discover beautiful blooms and lush greenery easily visualized in your own garden. But those inspiring visits can quickly put a dent in your wallet. Buying bigger plants can be…
Getting Started with Your First Garden
Few things in life are as satisfying as reaping a harvest you’ve grown yourself. Whether you’re nibbling a carrot you started from seed or enjoying a bouquet of flowers picked from your flowerbeds, creating and caring for a garden is a rewarding hobby. If the idea of starting a garden from scratch is intimidating, fear…
Growing Gardeners: It’s Moving Day!
When it comes to transplanting your seedlings to the garden or an outdoor container from indoor pots, there isn’t a definitive answer on the best timing. It’s not how tall the plant is that determines its readiness for transplanting. The general rule of thumb is that your seedling should have four or more complete leaves,…
Growing Gardeners: Get to Know Your Soil
If you have been following along in our Growing Gardeners series, your seedlings should be healthy, with strong stems and multiple leaves. But before we can transplant them outside, we have to prepare their new home. You know how important it is to have strong, healthy seedlings reaching for the sun. Too often, though, gardeners…
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