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What Does It Mean To Plant Seeds “In Situ”?

by Ilona Erwin | Garden How-To Practical Help, Growing from Seed

Planting seeds in situ literally means “in place” or “on site”. That is, in the ground directly rather than starting elsewhere and then transplanting into the garden. The characteristics of a plant dictate which method is best. Many plants...

5 Points for Successful Homegrown Seedlings

by Ilona Erwin | Garden How-To Practical Help, Growing from Seed

Two big reasons to start your own plants from seed: It is far more economical to have large numbers of plants when grown this way. Varieties that are rare or nigh impossible to source, otherwise, are available. With a little know how most seedlings will sprout and...

5 Secrets for Growing Your Own Seedbank

by Ilona Erwin | Garden How-To Practical Help, Growing from Seed, homegardening

You may wish to grow your own seed supply for plants that you love. Perhaps they are hard to get or simply grow well in your garden and you wish to have a continuing stock. If that is your plan here are 5 “secrets” of success to get you started. It is easy...

10 Welcome Self Sowers In My Garden

by Ilona Erwin | Featured Articles, Garden How-To Practical Help, Growing from Seed, Summer

There are times when nature offers unexpected gifts, and we can capitalize on that generosity when we find desired plants that multiply themselves in our gardens. From a single planting of seeds or when a shrub is allowed to set seed, we may find that our garden has...

5 Simple Steps To Help Transplants Thrive

by Ilona | Get Started Beginning Gardening

Transplanting New Plants Or Divisions? Sometimes it is necessary to dig up plants that would otherwise be lost, or that are unhappy where they are growing. Perennials must regularly be lifted and divided and then transplanted. The method is quite straightforward, and...