Sometimes, we have seeds that have been around for a while and we either aren't sure of their age or are unsure of how viable they still are. Seeds from professional seed houses and gardeners will usually have a 90% germination rate within a 2-3 year span of their … [Read more...]
Pepper Problems
Pepper Pests Most pests that afflict pepper plants are regional, so some may be present in your area and some may not. Most are external feeders, meaning they are visible outside of the plant (or at least their effects are). A few leaf miners or borers are also around, of … [Read more...]
Top 10 Heirloom Tomatoes for the Garden
Intro on Heirloom Tomatoes Heirlooms are any plant that has been grown for at least 50 years commercially or that has been passed down through a family for at least two generations. Heirlooms have many advantages, especially in a given area or region. They are usually very … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Seeds Do Not Sprout
Nothing is more frustrating than putting your garden together, being careful to have everything in place, and then planting seeds only to have... nothing. Having sprout failures, even just a few, is maddening even for the experienced gardener. Here are five common reasons for … [Read more...]
Worm Composting Indoors
One of the fastest growing and popular ways to compost indoors is through vermicomposting or composting with worms. This method is relatively maintenance free, easy, convenient, and stink-free. Setting up costs less than most people spend on soil for flower beds, pots, or … [Read more...]
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