I had this perfect vision for my garden, but this… is what I got instead. A tray full of tragedy. It was so frustrating, I almost swore off starting my own seeds for good. All that time and effort, just completely wasted on a tray of sad, withered little plants. But after a ton of …
Want your seeds to sprout faster and stronger? It all starts with this simple gardening method. We forget that plants have grown for millions of years before we humans came around. In this article, I’ll explain what cold stratification is, the options you have, and how to do it step by step If you’ve ever …
My goal as always is to give you practical gardening tips, a little guidance, and maybe even some inspiration. Today, I’m sharing five annual flowers that are easy to grow from seed. Three you might already know. The other two? They might surprise you—but trust me, you’ll want them in your garden. Discover 5 easy-to-grow …
Microgreens are one of the easiest, most rewarding ways to start growing your own fresh vegetables. In an earlier article, I enumerated and hopefully inspired you to really consider giving growing microgreens a go. Seasoned gardeners or growing newbies alike, these tiny greens are perfect. I find that they’re preferable to attempting to grow full …
Growing microgreens is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to bring fresh, nutrient-rich food into your kitchen.
Whether you’re a foodie, someone looking to add a nutritional boost to your meals, or just curious about growing something green, microgreens are perfect for you. They’re not just plants—they’re an invitation to reconnect with fresh, homegrown goodness!
It may sound too easy, but there are at least 4 ways to grow seeds. Indoors, on-site, with or without cold stratification. Read to learn about it!
My summer seedling starter soil shoot-out comparison test is finished, and I’ve crowned an (unexpected?) winner! Maybe it’s one you use?
A Comparison Test – Part 1 Ever wonder if starting seedlings really required special soil? Does a specialized type of growing medium really benefit seed starting? Is there truly a best soil for seedlings? If so, is the benefit noticeable? Is it worth spending extra for? Or, is just plain old dirt fine? Executive Summary: …
Dianthus barbatus, aka Sweet William One of my new favorite flowers. They’re beautiful, they grow easily, they last a long time, and they attract pollinators. You should grow dianthus from seed so you don’t miss out on these timeless cottage-style blooms. When I scattered a few perennial wildflower packets a couple Springs ago, I had …