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Starting Tomatoes from Seed
Raising your own tomatoes from seed gives you a much, much, broader selection of varieties. You'll want to start in the spring—here's what you need to know.
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When, Why, and How to Repot Your Houseplants
Is your houseplant root-bound or top-heavy? Is it showing signs of root rot? There are a number of reasons why your plants might need to be repotted. Learn what to look for and how to successfully repot a plant in need of a new home.
By Michelle Inciarrano -
Warm Up with Apple Butter and Cinnamon Apple Chips (Recipes)
What better way to celebrate the fall season than with some apple-themed recipes?
By Ellen McCarthy -
Learn How Seeds Travel and Design Your Own Seed Pod (Activity)
Have you ever wondered how seeds manage to get from place to place so new plants can grow everywhere?
By Meera Jagroop -
Grow Greens and Herbs Indoors on a Windowsill
Learn how to create an upcycled container filled a variety of tasty herbs or greens on your windowsill.
By Maureen O’Brien -
Grow a Popcorn Grass Garden (Project)
Did you know that if popcorn isn’t popped, it is usually still viable as a seed? In fact, you can create small grass garden using popcorn!
By BBG Staff -
Using Carnivorous Plants for Wedding Centerpieces
Including pitcher plants, flytraps and other carnivorous plants in floral arrangements is very doable, and the results make wonderful, distinctive wedding centerpieces. Read about how I created our centerpieces and how you can do something similar.
By Will Lenihan -
Use Insects, Not Chemicals, to Fight Pests
Spare the pesticide and enlist ladybugs, parasitic wasps and other beneficial insects to handle pest control in your garden.
By Kim Eierman -
Asters: Stars of the Show in Fall
These hardy, sun-loving natives provide cool contrast to autumn foliage.
By Stephanie Cohen -
ZZ Plant: A Narrative Guide
Is this common office plant with a reputation for being "easy" interesting enough for a curious plant enthusiast?
By Lee Patrick
