Learn how to construct a cold frame and also how to convert the cold frame into a heated hotbed in this video from Tricia at Peaceful Valley.
Tag Archives: propagation
Learn the Proper Way to Divide Perennials from The New York Botanical Garden
Division is one of the easiest ways to propagate perennials. It’s also a life-saving measure for some plants that need to be divided periodically for the health of the plant. (Irises, coreopses and Shasta daisies will eventually die if they’re … Read Article
Dividing Peonies in the Fall
Although peonies may be divided right after they bloom in early summer, many gardeners prefer to take on this task in the fall. The Flower Gardener’s Bible, by Lewis Hill and Nancy Hill, explains how to divide them in four … Read Article
Collecting Seeds from a Maine Garden
Last summer I cut a few seedheads off the lupin plants in front of the island cottage in Maine. I collected the seeds and took them home with me. Lupin seeds have a hard shell so it’s important to soak … Read Article
Tips for Planting Seedlings in Peat Pots, Jiffy Pots, Cowpots
Here are two tricks to remember when transplanting seedlings in biodegradable pots. Read Article
Hardening Off
Here’s a tip for when you’re preparing seedlings to brave the great outdoors. Read Article
Homemade Light Stand for Seedlings
So far this year my daughter and I have sowed seeds (indoors) of Johnny jump ups (Viola ‘Helen Mount’), black-eyed Susan vine (Thunbergia alata ‘Spanish Eyes Mix’; shown), French marigolds (Tagetes patula ‘Sparky Mix’) and nasturtiums (Tropaeolum nanum ‘Jewel Mix’).
Starting from Seed at the NYBG
Tips on starting plants from seed. Read Article
Pinching Seedlings
When and how should I pinch seedlings that I’m growing inside? Read Article
Garden How-To :: Episode 13: The Wonder of Watermelons
In this episode, Kathy Cropp talks with Don Dobbs, who has been the general manager of Willhite Seed for 50 years. Don shares new developments in seed varieties—especially in watermelons, which have long been a Willhite specialty—and he offers advice … Read Article
Cells, Flats or Pots
Should I start seeds in cells, flats or pots? Read Article