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8 Surprising Reasons to Grow Flowers Alongside Your Vegetables & How To Be Successful

Leave a Comment / Blog, Growing Guides / Dina Wilson

I wish someone told me how important it is to grow flowers at the start of my gardening journey. Instead we focused so hard on learning the practical aspects of growing food. Yes, that’s important, but flowers are also surprising vital to a bountiful garden. I always saw flowers as ornamental, it wasn’t until my […]

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How To Start Indoor Seedlings: A Step-By-Step Guide

Leave a Comment / Blog, Growing Guides / Dina Wilson

Dreaming of homegrown tomatoes, fresh basil, sweet smelling strawberries? Me too. It all starts with your seedlings! As winter gives way to spring, it’s the perfect time to start planning your garden (which is why it’s my favorite gardening season!) — and that starts with indoor seedlings. Starting seeds indoors is not just a smart

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15 Seed Starting Mistakes That Are Killing Your Plants (And How to Fix Them!)

Leave a Comment / Blog, Growing Guides, Plant Problems / Gord Wilson

Starting plants from seed is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening. Watching tiny seedlings sprout and grow into thriving plants is magical. But if you’re new to seed starting, it’s easy to make mistakes that can lead to disappointment. Many beginners find themselves frustrated when their seeds don’t germinate, their seedlings die, or

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A vivid collection of fresh, ripe red tomatoes perfect for nutritious meals.

A Simple Way To Save Tomato Seeds

Leave a Comment / Blog, Seed Saving / Gord Wilson

Love homegrown tomatoes? Saving tomato seeds is the best way to keep your favorite varieties thriving year after year. Once you taste that perfect tomato, you’ll want to make sure you can grow it again—and it’s easier than you think! This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn

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Your Garden is Under Attack! How to Fight Back Against Early-Season Pests and Deadly Plant Diseases To Protect Your Garden from Day One

Leave a Comment / Blog, Growing Guides / Dina Wilson

As gardeners, we often think of pests and diseases as mid-summer headaches — but the truth is, many garden problems start early in the season. Whether you’re nurturing tender seedlings indoors or transplanting your first crops into the garden, staying ahead of pests and diseases in March, April, and May can make all the difference

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