Winter sowing gives seedlings a jumpstart in a protected outdoor environment and is a rewarding way to seed many of our favorite perennials. Simple containers like milk jugs become mini-greenhouses, protecting the seeds and allowing them to sprout naturally as the weather warms. Explore perennials to winter sow in January with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Starting seeds indoors is viable and productive. It gives seedlings a jumpstart on the growing season as we move them outdoors in warmer temperatures. But not all seeds are best for indoor sowing. As we plan our spring gardens, explore which seeds not to start inside this winter with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Winter sowing is an easy and rewarding way to start seeds for strong seedlings come spring. From native perennials to cold-tolerant herbs and vegetables to cool-season annuals, winter sowing in January gives plants a headstart. Using simple containers for homemade “greenhouses,” the seeds sprout as they would in nature. Explore seeds to winter sow in January with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Are you itching to get those seeds planted for an early spring start? Winter sowing is a great way to make sure you maximize the growing season for the best and longest harvest. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss goes over the right time to do your winter sowing according to your climate.
Houseplants collecting dust is a good thing! It means your plants are healthy specimens that hold onto their leaves for a long time, though they may require dustings throughout the year to grow their best. Houseplant collector Jerad Bryant shares these 13 species that often collect dust indoors.
Did you miss out on growing your dream garden last year? Don’t sweat it! A new year means new growth for us and our plants. In this article, we’re going over the gardening resolutions we’re making this January to help inspire you.
Before tossing that Christmas tree, consider that the beautiful evergreen’s work isn’t over yet. Reuse your Christmas tree in the garden to put its natural gifts to good use. Explore purposeful ways to use Christmas trees after the holiday with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Get a jump on your gardening season by starting seeds in January! Farmer Briana Yablonski shares 11 seeds you can plant in the New Year.
There isn’t much to do during the winter, as most plants and animals rest during the cool months. Take on these few preparatory tasks now to grow a greener lawn in the spring. Join former landscaper Jerad Bryant as we delve into seven winter tasks that ensure a healthy spring lawn.
Dealing with moles can be a major hassle. Fortunately, there are some great plants that are reputed to deter these small but destructive mammals. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some plants that are said to repel those tunneling terrors out of your yard.
As fall and winter descend and deciduous trees lose their leaves, you’ll see interesting structures in their branches. Clumps of leaves, branches, and moss may look like birds’ nests, but they’re not! Discover which furry creature makes these unique arrangements, and why they do so.
Water features like ponds add an extra layer of interest to backyards and allow you to grow unique aquatic plants. However, garden ponds also require specific winter care. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to prepare your pond for the cold days ahead.