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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 senses! These flowers are a great asset to gardens for their insect repelling characteristics as well as for their hardiness. The French marigold... more »
Starting plants from seed can save a lot of money, but getting free seeds can save even more. Even better, by careful selection, you can improve your plants and keep your favorite plants growing year after year. Maintain your own steady supply of heirloom plants, whether they are a well-known variety or a favorite from a relative's... more »
Harvesting seeds from a garden has many advantages. Not only do you save money when the next planting season rolls around, each year your plants will become hardier and stronger and you will have heirloom seeds to pass on to the next generation. Read on to learn how to harvest seeds from a garden. more »
Cosmos are tall bright annual flowers that bloom continuously from late spring to early fall. Collecting the seeds from the flower heads after they have bloomed will allow you to dry and preserve the seeds, then plant them next year in your flower garden. more »
Planting seeds in a garden is simple and fun. It requires some preparation and research, but mostly just the will to work. Planting seeds is a fun project and a rewarding experience. more »
Starting a vegetable or flower garden from seeds may require indoor germination before you...
Many gardeners choose to start their gardens with seeds instead of seedlings. Using...
Planting flower seeds offers the advantage of growing varieties that may not be available...
Creating a beautiful garden landscape can be difficult--it requires a lot of digging and...
Gardens produce more than juicy vegetables or sweet smelling flowers. The seeds from garden produce have a number of uses around the home. Learn... more »
Deciding to use organic seeds to plant your vegetable garden is a noble decision. An organic gardener can feel like a complete organic gardener... more »
Flowers are available for purchase as potted plants, bulbs or seeds. Looking at a live plant makes it easy to visualize a lush, green garden... more »
Native Americans were the first farmers on this continent and they passed on seeds from generation to generation. Squash, beans and corn are the... more »
At the beginning of each new growing season, gardeners review the leftover seeds from the previous year to determine if they are still viable. At... more »
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