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Tips and Tricks for Growing Plants from Seed.

Updated : February 2, 2022

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This article was written by One of Our Members, Mike Dysinger to share with the rest of the members. I found it so valuable I asked if I could share it here. Learn more about Mike at the end of the article. Tips and Tricks for Growing Plants from Seed Growing plants from seed is… Click here to read more…

Growing Seeds, Winter Sowing, in Milk Jugs and Kitty Litter Jugs.

Updated : June 17, 2024

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Roger Higgins and Duston McGroarty discuss growing seeds in the rain.

Meet Roger Higgins from Roger’s Backyard Nursery in Cranesville, Pa.  Every one of those plastic jugs next to Roger contains seeds.  Some are perennial seeds, some might be Dogwood Seeds, maybe some Japanese maple seeds. Some of the jugs are milk jugs, the bigger jugs are kitty litter jugs.  If you look closely Roger has… Click here to read more…

How to Grow Perennials from Seed.

Updated : March 10, 2023

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Fiesta Time Hollyhock

Growing Perennials from Seed is Easy. Rule number one.  Only grow perennials that are hardy in your zone.  You can buy perennial seeds online, just make sure that you know what plant hardiness zone you are in and buy only seeds rated for your zone. Zone map for the United States: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/ Zone map for… Click here to read more…

How to Grow Japanese Red Maple Trees from Seed

Updated : September 27, 2019

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Sowing Japanese maple seeds in a black nursery container.

Japanese Red Maple Trees are actually quite easy to grow from seed.  In this article, I will give you step by step instructions for doing so. A Step by Step Guide to Growing Japanese Maples from Seed. But first, we need to chat about what kind of Japanese maple can and cannot be grown from… Click here to read more…

Growing Landscape Plants from Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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Dogwood seeds eaten by mice.

Many landscape plants can be grown from seed, but with so many different plants it is much quicker and easier to propagate them from cuttings than it is to grow them from seed. Seedlings are so tiny and delicate when they first germinate that they require much more care than a cutting. Seed propagation can… Click here to read more…

How to Propagate Roses From Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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Rose propagation can be an interesting hobby for those who enjoy growing these beautiful flowers. To produce plants that are exact duplicates of the parent plant one would propagate roses with cuttings. But rose propagation from seeds can be a fun experiment, even though this propagation method does not produce duplicates of the parent plant…. Click here to read more…

How to Grow a Citrus Tree from Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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You can grow a citrus tree from a seed anytime of the year, though summer is best.  Most fruit trees are best grown from grafted trees for quicker fruiting. Lemons, grapefruit, lime, tangerine, orange etc. are easily grown with great results. Sprout and grow a seed from a great-tasting specimen and there is a chance… Click here to read more…

How to Grow an Avocado Tree From Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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After eating your favorite avocado, don’t throw the seed away! Grow a beautiful decorative houseplant or even your own avocado tree following these simple steps. Materials needed: ·    Avocado pit/seed ·    Small, clear bottle in order to see the roots grow ·    Water ·    toothpicks STEP 1 Remove the large pit/seed inside the avocado. STEP… Click here to read more…

How To Grow A Mango Tree From a Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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You can grow a mango tree from a seed in a pot to keep it small and manageable (say 8 – 10 feet), or you can plant it in the ground for a larger tree if you live in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10b through 11. Either way, you’ll get to enjoy… Click here to read more…

How to Grow Lavender from Seed

Updated : June 17, 2024

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You can grow lavender from seed in 5 easy steps. Step 1: Choosing your seeds Choosing your lavender seeds is important depending on what you will be using it for.  If you plan on using it for culinary purposes, such as tea, “True Lavender” has a smooth flavor and is probably the best variety for… Click here to read more…

Growing Basil From Seed

Updated : December 12, 2014

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Growing basil from seed is a simple, inexpensive way to keep fresh herbs at your fingertips.  Basil is pretty commonly grown.  You should have no problem finding seeds in the garden section of nearly any store in the springtime. You can start your seeds indoors or out.  If you are going to start your seeds… Click here to read more…

Growing Pink Dogwood from Seed.

Updated : November 10, 2014

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Pink Dogwood Seeds.

 Growing Pink Dogwood Trees from Seed. Is it easy?  Is it even possible?  Can you really grow Pink Dogwood trees from seed? Hmmmmmmmm.  Difficult questions for sure.  Here’s the deal, I am going to give it to you straight and some are not going to like what I have to say.  I don’t care.  I… Click here to read more…

Saving Seeds: A Beginner’s Guide

Updated : June 17, 2024

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Saving seeds to use for the next year’s garden is not difficult once you understand the process. As more people turn to gardening to supplement their food source, saving seeds is a great way to save money and eat healthier. The following is a step by step guide to saving seeds for beginners. Selecting the… Click here to read more…

Young trees planted in organized rows, sunny landscape.

15 Fast-Growing Trees to Transform Your Yard Quickly

Posted On March 23, 2025 By Duston

The Donkey Bucket Challenge (Watch Video)

Posted On December 6, 2024 By Duston

How to Make Money Growing and Selling Mums (Chrysanthemums)

Posted On September 28, 2024 By Duston

Hydrangea cuttings stuck close together.

My Month-By-Month Plant Propagation Guide

Posted On August 24, 2024 By Duston

Mike’s Plant Farm Spring Ad

Posted On May 15, 2024 By Mike

Mike’s Big Perennial Bed by the Month.

Posted On April 27, 2023 By Mike

$180.00 per Square Foot? Is it really possible?

Posted On March 28, 2023 By Mike

Rooted cuttings of variegated weigela in bunches to harden off.

Over Wintering Rooted Cuttings.

Posted On January 8, 2023 By Mike

Mike's Big Perennial Bed.

Mike’s Big Perennial Garden

Posted On January 8, 2023 By Mike

A Profound Thank You from Mike.

Posted On September 1, 2022 By Mike

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