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Reuse Your Refuse: Seed Starters
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Seed starting trays aren't actually all that expensive, but not everybody can just go out and buy one, especially now that shopping comes with certain restrictions. And really, who doesn't love a good recycling project? If you're interested in starting a garden, and I recommend you do, take a look at these ideas for trash-to-treasure seed starters.1. Egg CartonsThis a a famous one, and for ... ...more
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Is Starting from Seed Always Best?
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There's a certain amount of personal satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from growing a plant entirely from seed. You control the use of pesticides, the environment, and ultimately the quality of the mature plant. But not everybody can-- or should-- start all of their plants from seeds. If you're like me and like to plant seeds over established plants, check out a few reasons why your ... ...more
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Buyer Beware: Online Seed Scams
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Have you ever ventured into the weird world of fake seeds? Look online and you'll find an array of ridiculous promises of rainbow tomatoes, blue strawberries, and purple watermelons. Any newbie gardener could get sucked in by the idea of a yard full of multicolored fruits and veggies, featuring the rarest and most beautiful of plants. But alas, these are nothing more than hollow dreams. Seed ... ...more