by Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell Coconut Coir, the widely-used hydroponic growing medium, is in recent years rising in popularity as a soil conditioner, in many cases replacing the use of peat moss, as both are very similar products. So, the question is, which one is … [Read more...]
A Guide to Winter Sowing
by Erin Marissa Russell Ready to get a jump on your spring garden with winter sowing? You’ve probably heard about how starting seeds in the winter can give gardeners a jump on spring, saving you time and energy when things are busy. Winter sowing has the added benefit of … [Read more...]
How to Start Seeds Indoors in the Winter
by Erin Marissa Russell Step one of planting a wintertime garden is starting seeds in winter, and we’re here to take you step by step through the process. Colder temperatures mean you may be starting seeds indoors when you’re used to sowing them directly in the ground. You’ll … [Read more...]
Great DIY Ideas for Seed Starting
Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned pro, sooner or later, the seed starting bug will probably bite. Gardeners start seeds for a variety of reasons – to get a head start on a short growing season or to grow that obscure heirloom tomato they remember from grandma’s … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Seed Capillary Mat: Self Watering Trays
Once you've planted your seeds indoors, they need just the right amount of water to germinate and mature. Capillary mats, also called self watering trays, are a great watering option. Without a steady supply of water, the results can be disastrous. Give your pots too much or too … [Read more...]