It is always best to start seed indoors where you will have better control. Never use garden soil for germination. We recommend a soiless potting mix which can be purchased at your local hardware or garden...
There are many resources on the web for growing hostas from seed, but regardless which method you prefer...... it is very easy! You will need a clean pot or seed tray, peat moss, vermicilite, and your seeds....
Potatoes will grow in almost any soil type but do grow better if the soil is a little on the acidic side. Most of us have soil that is closer to neutral or more basic. So to help out your potatoes, add oak...
There isn't much cuter than watching a cat eat grass. They like playing with it as well as chewing away at it.That is why it is important to grow a pot of your own home grown cat grass for your kitty. Without...
Your seeds should be stored in a refrigerator if you are not planting immediately. Do not keep seeds more than 3 weeks under those conditions. It is important that you sow gerbera seeds while they are still...
Seeds should be planted indoors approximately one month before last frost. Score seeds with a knife or file just deep enough to see white inside. Place seeds in a cup of water and allow to soak for 48 hours or...
Before planting the Colocasia tuber, wait until the danger of frost is over and the temperature averages 45ºF (7ºC) or more. The adult Colocasia plant will need at least 3 feet (1 meter) of space, at a...
Before planting the elephant ear tuber, wait until the danger of frost is over and the temperature averages 45ºF (7ºC) or more. The adult elephant ear plant will need at least 3 feet (1 meter) of space, at a...
The best way is to grow hibiscus in pots at least 10-12" across and then move those plants to a warm, bright location for the winter. It can be a heated greenhouse or a heated room in a house. There should be...
May be sown from April 15th till June 15th. Sow seed 1/2 - 3/4 in. ( 13 - 19 mm ) deep, in a sunny location. Thin seedlings to 4 in. ( 10 cm.) apart when they are about 2 in.( 5 cm. ) high. Pull every other...