My first experience with growing calendula from seed was tossing a wildflower mix into one of my front...
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Annuals
When to plant zinnias: 3 options for months of beautiful blooms
Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow from seeds started indoors or direct sown in the garden....
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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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Climbing nasturtium: How to grow this colorful annual vine
Climbing nasturtium plants are the perfect annual flower to grow vertically on fences, trellises,...
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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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