How to Divide (Split) Dahlia Tubers to Get More Plants
Learn how to divide dahlia clumps into dahlia tubers to propagate your dahlia plants and have more flowers next year.
Grow Cut Flowers
Learn to grow a cut flower garden from seed to vase and everything in between. Discover our favorite easy-to-grow flowers, practical tips for harvesting and arranging, inspiration for seasonal arrangements, and ways to bring more flowers and beauty into your garden and home.
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How Long Do Seeds Last? A Complete Guide to Seed Viability and Storage
Seeds don’t expire the same way food does, but they do lose viability over time, and some types last much longer than others. Learn how long your vegetable, herb, and flower seeds really last, plus how to test and store them so nothing goes to waste.
10 Best Tips for Planting Spring Bulbs for a Beautiful Display
Get the best display of spring blooms in your garden by following these great tips for planting spring bulbs this fall.
10 Favorite Gardening Books for Home Gardeners
Find great gardening books for beginners, gardeners looking for inspiration, or homesteaders wanting to increase their gardening skills and efficiency.
Tips and Tricks for DIY Fall Flower Arrangements
In this post, I’m featuring my favorite fall cut-flower arrangements from my garden and sharing my best tips, tricks, and ideas for making beautiful fall flower bouquets.
How to Find the Best Spot to Plant Your Garden
Choosing the right location for your vegetable garden is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Learn how to choose the best place to plant your garden in this post.
How to Save Zinnia Seeds
Zinnia seeds are abundant in the late summer and fall, and are easy to save for planting in future seasons! As a not-quite-homesteader, I look for ways to reduce buying new things for my garden, and seeds are an easy thing to collect myself.
How to Grow Incredible Zinnias from Seed Right Now
No garden is complete without zinnias. Once you discover how easy it is to grow beautiful zinnias in your vegetable or flower garden, you’ll be as hooked as I am!
Your Best Spring Garden Starts in the Fall
A good gardener is always thinking ahead to the next season. Planning ahead and preparing our gardens for spring really begins in the fall. There are so many things we can do now to improve our soil quality, reduce disease, and get plants started for the next season.