How to Make Sturdy Recycled Newspaper Pots
Think Green Making seed pots out of old newspapers is not only a thrifty use of the newspapers, but also good for the planet. Commercial seed pots usually make you choose between throw-away plastic,...
View ArticleTips for Growing Giant Vegetables
Whether you are doing it for fun or for serious competition, growing giant vegetables takes a sizeable amount of planning and effort. It’s not simply a matter of letter your tomatoes get bigger; you...
View ArticleFree Seeds and Plants: 6 Ways To Get Them for Your Garden
Gardening can be a pricey hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. Savvy gardeners have ways of increasing their collections without emptying their bank accounts. Let’s look at six economical ways to get...
View ArticleCauses of Long, Leggy Seedlings
Many who start their seeds indoors find that they end up with long, thin (“leggy”) seedlings. While this is mainly an aesthetic problem, it can lead to health issues for the plants later on once...
View ArticleVegetables That Plant Well From Seeds
Most gardeners are familiar with seed planting. Some choose to use transplants only, but most realize the benefits and bonuses to starting their vegetable garden’s inhabitants from seed. Why Start...
View ArticleGive Your Seedlings a Head Start
CC flickr photo by stevendepolo Plants are similar to children in that you have to give them lots of attention early on so they achieve optimum health and maturity later. At the germination and...
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