A guide to the importance of covering seeds for germination properly, including which seeds don't want covering and the best products to cover seeds with ...

There’s something quite remarkable about growing your own plants from seeds. You gain a true sense of achievement when you see the first signs of growth emerging from the soil. And it’s not as ...

How to sow seeds indoors, according to the experts - Top tips for new gardeners from those in the know ...

We feed birds and compost. I rake up the seed under the feeders. Can I add this to my composter? (By the way, if your Mom and Dad had Dachshunds, then I was your “Family ” doctor when you were a ...

Next time you open a bottle of wine, remember to hold onto the cork—it can be a fun, easy DIY project for your garden. These small objects can be upcycled into seed markers, broken down into compost ...

There isn’t a huge amount we can sow in the way of seeds at this time of year, but there are a few crops that really benefit from being started nice and early. Chillies, peppers and aubergines all ...

I was surprised at how many cantaloupe and tomato plants came up in my garden this year that I didn't plant. I add kitchen scraps to my compost. Do you think these volunteers are coming from seeds I ...

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Gardening season is kicking into high gear and you may have questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU ...