Tag Archive: propagation

Turning Suckers Into Free Tomato Plants

Catherine Sherriffs

Getting something new out of something old is always satisfying, especially when it comes to tomato plants. After pruning your existing crop of its suckers, save some of them from the compost heap and start new plants with them!  Saving Suckers It’s very easy to do. I learned about the technique in Growing Tomatoes: Your…

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Take Action On The First Annual Plant A Seed Day

For the first time, a national campaign takes place this week encouraging children, teachers, and families to invest in a greener, healthier future by planting a seed. The hope is that Plant a Seed Day will teach kids that growing real food is both powerful and essential. Launched by Kimbal Musk and Big Green, Plant…
March 19, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Seeds That Need An Early Start In The Growing Season

Fellow gardeners, the growing season is very near. By now, you’ve likely decided what you want to grow and have already selected your seeds. Gather your tools and roll up your sleeves, because it’s already time to give some of your future plants the start they need to flourish. The following are just some of…
March 15, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

The Planting by the Moon Myth

Indoor hydroponic gardening is still not a mainstream idea, although most people eat hydroponic lettuce regularly. Many even have a traditional outdoor garden, yet the idea of growing food or medicine in their basements has never really crossed their minds.
January 2, 2017
Judd Stone

Grow Rosemary Indoors

This article was originally published in Garden Culture Magazine US02 under the title, “Grow Your Own: Rosemary” as part of the GYO Series. The best tasting and most beneficial herbs are always freshly cut. Learn how to grow rosemary indoors using hydroponics or in containers for the best results. HISTORY A delightful herb with something…
March 13, 2016
Tammy Clayton