Garden Seeds

New gardeners and avid gardeners alike enjoy receiving seed catalogues in the mail. Several good old time reliable seed companies still continue to send free seed catalogs in the mail even though...

Even though cilantro looks like parsley. They are each different. Cilantro is a tasty condiment to put in foods. It adds a fresh taste to salsas and other foods. Knowing how to grow it is...

There are many people who would love to be able to grow a garden, but find that they are limited on space to do so. Rentals, duplexes, apartments and townhouses do not often provide much area to...

Typical procedure for overseeding a lawn can be laborious. First, you need to use weed-killing products, rake debris, mow the lawn, aerate the soil, then spread the seeds, constantly water etc....

Making pots for seedlings is a great way to recycle newspaper and save money gardening. These recycled newspaper pots are relatively easy to make and make transplanting seedling to the garden very...

When it comes to buying seeds for your garden, you are no longer limited to whatever is found at your local garden center. Many seed companies have put their cataloges online so you can browse...

Purchasing seed starter trays for all of your garden seeds can become very expensive. Instead make your own seed starter pots from paper towel and toilet paper rolls. These pots are easy and free....

Many people don't know it's possible to grow Fruit Trees from the seeds in the apple you purchased at the grocery store. Below are steps for learning how to grow your own Apple Tree from seeds...

It’s almost time to start your seeds for the garden, but how do you now if the seeds are still good. You could just plant them and wait to see if they will grow, but that takes too much time. You...

Many people don't know it's possible to grow Fruit Trees from the seeds found in fruit from their breakfast, lunch or dinner plate. Below are steps for learning how to grow your own grapefruit...

Heirloom vegetables are making a huge comeback in personal gardens. Why? The taste can't be compared to the hybrid fruits and vegetables found in the supermarket. Hybrids are bred to grow fast,...

Even though many companies are now charging for their catalogs, you can find many free seed catalogs. Some of them even come with free offers and coupons. You'll need to sign up for them through...

Heirloom seeds are seeds that have been preserved over time. Many are open pollinated, meaning that nature - not man - pollinates and creates new varieties. Heirloom seeds and plants tend to be...

This is a great way to reuse an item that would normally go into the trash. You can plant these seed starters directly into the ground to keep from disturbing delicate new root systems. The good...

Even a small garden can provide both nutritious food and a healthy and enjoyable hobby for your family. A little winter planning can go a long way toward making your spring planting more...

Onions are great raw or cooked. They are used in many recipes and are very nourishing. They have been a main staple in human diets since ancient times. You can grow your own very easily.

You can grow your own pine trees using pine seeds, also called pine nuts, which you have harvested from cones. See Resources (below) for an article on how to locate and harvest seeds from pine...

The best way to assure a well-grown garden is to prepare the garden bed properly. Here are some suggestions.

Most garden flowers and vegetables produce their own seed. Some plants are hybridized to the point that they don't set seed, have sterile seed, or have seed that will produce inferior plants. ...

Growing up in California, palm trees are a permanent fixture. Here's how to grow your own palm tree from seed.

The graceful palm tree puts everyone in a tropical mood. You can grow them in your landscape if you live far enough south or grow one in a pot to enjoy indoors. Here's how to grow one from a seed.

This article shows you how to consolidate your growing area.

Starting seeds indoors is not difficult, but great care is required to ensure that the root systems of young plants are not damaged when it is time to relocate them to their permanent spot in your...

Carrots are nourishing and tasty. They can be eaten raw or cooked in many recipes. They are also easy to grow. Here's how:

It's that time of year when gardeners look askance at their flagging pansy plants in the flower garden. As the hot weather hits gardens throughout the United States, pansies begin to turn leggy...

You don't have to be an environmentalist to understand the value of trees. Trees clean the air, provide shade on a hot day and they are beautiful. This article will give you some handy tips for...

So you're planting a garden full of wonderful vegetables. But to ensure that your seeds take root, you want to use a seed starter tonic. Something about throwing a mixture that contains dish soap...

This article describes an easy way to harvest the seeds of the old fashioned flower - four o'clock.

Most perennial seeds need to be cold stratified, or chilled, before planting, to increase the chance of germination. Cold stratification mimics the seasonal effect of winter before spring...

Cleome, or 'Spider Flower', are one of the easier flowers to grow and at 4' - 6' tall, they are quite the show stoppers! Cleome are fairly drought resistant so a good choice for areas not easily...

We all have a neighbor who seems to have a green thumb--on steroids. Her tulips bloom earlier, his tomatoes are the size of softballs when yours are still green and her lawn is ready for mowing...

Most people think of winter as a time when nothing grows. However, many plants and seeds do well under wintertime conditions. Farmers plant winter wheat and rye, while home gardeners plant those...

Gardening is made easy with this simple trick for seeds.

If you enjoy fresh organic green beans that are tender and delicious you may already have the seeds for "free", in your pantry! Each year my mother and other country gardeners planted ...

Did you know that you could start your garden when there is still snow on the ground? No, I am not crazy! Start plants indoors, and they will be ready for early planting. A few good reasons to...

How to grow your own beautiful wisteria plants from seeds.

Dreaming of your own garden, full of flowers or fresh produce? Beat the winter blues by starting your own seedlings indoors until warmer weather arrives. There are an incredible variety of seeds...

With celebrities and politicians pumping their publicity campaigns with focuses on "going green," it's no wonder that everyone is becoming more aware of ways to contribute to a healthier planet....

If you would like to add an unusual landscaping plant to your yard, consider planting cotton. It is a beautiful plant, easy to care for, and kids love the cotton bolls at harvest time. It also...

If you can't stand the thought of waiting until summer for fresh herbs, you might want to plant seeds indoors and grow herbs in your own home. Basil, oregano, parsley, mint and tarragon all grow...

Seed Swaps have always been a good way to bring together a community and share your garden bounty with others. Successful and timely seed swaps will ensure that your garden always has fresh new...

There is something about the smell of a marigold that is attractive! I am not sure if one could say it smells good - but somehow it means summertime and gardening and home - at least to my...

With all of the advantages from starting beautiful gardens from seed it is no wonder that more gardeners are using seeds to start plants. There is something inherently satisfying about...

Every plant has an optimal climate for growth. If you plant your seeds too soon, frost can kill them. Plant too late and you may not get a harvest. One way to ensure you get the best results for...

You can grow sprouts just about anywhere. If you have a large back yard where you can have a garden, or you live in the city and have no yard at all, you can grow sprouts. They are an excellent...

For seedlings whose lives began on a sunny windowsill, the vegetable patch is no bed of roses. Before they can handle the wind, rain and strong sun of the great outdoors, tender young plants need...