Vinegar is not recommended for sterilizing seed-starting equipment, but to get rid of caked-on salt or mineral deposits, you ...

Fall is the perfect time to start collecting seeds from your garden. As temperatures drop and plants finish their growing cycle, they naturally produce mature seeds ready for harvest. Why bother with ...

Learn the best seed-starting methods and tips for a great way to save money and ensure that your plants are grown organically. Get ready to grow your own garden from scratch! However, it can be a ...

Who wants to wait around for seeds to grow? You do! That is, if you want to save money; grow a greater selection of plants; and enjoy an ongoing natural process that dates back millions of years.

It's an exciting milestone for gardeners when nurseries start to put seed packets on the shelf in early spring. A few dollars can buy hundreds of seeds, which is a huge money saver compared to buying ...

Keeping track of when to start seeds of your favorite flowers, herbs, and vegetables indoors can feel a bit daunting, especially since some seeds need to be planted a lot earlier than others. But no ...

Spring energy is buzzing, dirt is calling your name, and tiny seeds are just begging to become something amazing. Seed starting doesn’t have to involve fancy trays, expensive lights, or a cart full of ...

You can sow seeds even in winter. With seed trays, warmth and a touch of patience, gardeners can easily sow seeds for newer ...

Zinnia: Zinnia flowers are really easy to care for in general. Once they start blooming, these plants will not stop until the first freeze. Zinnia seeds require a lot of heat and sunshine to sprout, ...

When the holidays wrap up and the seed catalogs start coming in the mail is about the time I start to get a feeling that I just cannot shake; the faintest voice calls me outside and into the garden.

As this exceptionally rainy California winter turns to spring, and the days become longer, gardeners should be thinking about which summer seeds to plant. It’s not too early for tomatoes. They can be ...