Plant Propagation

The vintage-style image depicting the process of pricking out seedlings.
Plant Propagation

When Should Seedlings Be Pricked Out?

For gardeners, there’s a good time to do each job on the calendar, especially for taking care of young plants. It’s the same when you prick out seedlings. It’s an important step that will help your weak seedlings become strong plants with deep roots.When you prick out, you move seedlings ...

The vintage-style image depicting the paper towel germination test, showing seeds neatly laid out on a damp paper towel, which is then folded and placed inside a clear plastic bag.
Plant Propagation

Seed Germination Test And What They Mean For The Gardener

Aspiring gardeners should familiarize themselves with seed germination tests to ensure a successful garden. These tests help determine the viability and vigor of seeds before planting, which can help predict their performance in soil. By understanding the results of these tests, gardeners can make informed decisions about their seed selection ...

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Plant Propagation

How To Harvest And Clean Heirloom Seeds

I will kick things off by talking about something quite special: heirloom seeds. These aren’t the run-of-the-mill seeds you might pick up at the local garden center; they’re time-honored legacies, passed down through generations, and they come with stories and history as rich as the soils they’re meant to be ...

The vintage-style image of a tray of seedlings, capturing the essence of an old gardening illustration. The tray is filled with a variety of seedlings at different stages of growth, emphasizing the early development of plants.
Plant Propagation

A Guide to Starting Seeds Indoors

Introduction Greetings fellow garden enthusiasts! In the world of gardening, the journey truly begins with the seeds. Today, we embark on an exciting adventure of starting heirloom seeds indoors, unlocking the potential for a thriving garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, we invite you to share ...