Cosmos are among my favorite summer cut flowers. The plants’ light, wispy, foliage, reminiscent...
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How to grow calendula from seed
My first experience with growing calendula from seed was tossing a wildflower mix into one of my front...
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Garden soil vs potting soil: What’s the difference and why does it matter?
When faced with all of the different soil mixes available online and in our favorite garden centers,...
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Seeding pansies: How to grow your own pansy and viola plants from seed
Pansies are among the first plants to appear outdoors at the garden center in the spring. And despite...
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Annual vs perennial plants: Understanding the differences
For those who are new to gardening, figuring out what’s an annual vs perennial plant is an important...
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New plants for your 2023 garden: Interesting annuals, perennials, fruit, and veggies
My introductions to new plants come from an array of sources—trial garden visits, emails from growers...
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