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Are your old seeds still viable to plant?

Are you a home gardener who purchased more seeds than you can use this growing season? Do you have leftover seeds from a previous season laying around your home? Are you wondering whether they are still viable to use this…

Easy gardening tips for growing your own onions

With the arrival of the New Year comes thinking about new beginnings. Its the time of year when gardeners start to think about the crops that need to get started now for the summer harvest. One of those crops is…

Top seeds to start in February in zones 5 and 6

Ah, February—the month where winter refuses to let go, but every gardener is itching to dig into the soil. While the ground outside is frozen solid, your indoor garden is where the magic begins! If you’re wondering what seeds you…

How to successfully grow an amaryllis

The two most iconic plants to decorate your home during the holidays are the poinsettia and Christmas cactus. But many stores this year are also stocked with amaryllis bulbs. They sell amaryllis in either a kit or on their own…

Overwintering begonias indoors

Begonias are a showstopper in many summer gardens. But, they are no match for rapidly falling temperatures. In northern zones, these plants are prone to frost damage and death unless they are protected. In today’s blog, we introduce you to…