"Have you ever dug into a pile of old seeds and wondered if they’re still good, or whether you should buy new ones? How long do vegetable seeds and herb seeds last anyway? The short answer: It depends. Here’s what you need to know about seed viability vs. seed vigor." Comment from Garden Betty
I never toss seeds to the trash, giving all of them a try. Sometimes they successfully sprout, sometimes not.
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"If you are looking for an eye catching plant to fill your containers this year with big color and interest, then you need to be growing coleus!
Not only can coleus fill your pots with long lasting beauty – it also happens to be incredibly resistant to pests. Adding to its allure, the uniquely bright and patterned foliage doesn’t take a lot of effort or nutrients to maintain. In fact, coleus is one of the lowest maintenance plants around." Comment from This Is My Garden
Click here to go to the This Is My Garden article and they will let you know what these plants need to make them happy.
"Do you often have trouble remembering to water your houseplants? Or would you rather not deal with the mess of potting soil? Then you should try growing plants in water! If you want to start your own houseplant hydroponics, these are the best species to try." Comment from Garden Betty
Haven't grown plants in water in decades. I forgot how easy it is, but they need to be watered too. You can also root plants in water.
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"Everyone’s favorite Christmas flower has an interesting history. Read up to learn interesting and fun poinsettia facts." Comment from Birds and Blooms
Love this plant! If you do too, check out the article from Birds and Blooms and learn more about this beautiful plant.
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