Tissue Culture lll: Reducing Propagation Contamination With Sterile Techniques
In two previous articles, we discussed some requirements for the successful tissue culture of plants and fungi. Some specific laboratory …
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Tissue Culture ll: The Magnificent World Of Mushrooms
It should be no surprise that it is possible to multiply and grow organisms from across the kingdoms of life …
Tissue Culture l: Propagating Many Plants In Small Spaces
There’s more than one way to propagate a plant. Growing from seeds, cuttings, or grafting are tried and true methods …
How To Properly Store Your Saved Seeds
In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, you may have tried to purchase seeds for your garden and found them …
Seed Saving Part 4: Storing And Testing
Seeds, like all living things, have a lifespan. How long they last depends on factors including the seed variety and conditions during growth and processing. However, the way seeds are stored has an enormous impact on their vigor and longevity. Correctly preserving them will ensure your efforts to save seeds reaps long term rewards.
Growing Guide: How To Harden Off Your Plants
Taking cuttings and germinating seeds can be a stressful time for plants and growers alike. Find out how to alleviate …
Treating Seeds And Seedlings With Sea Kelp Delivers Results In The Garden
Once we begin to get the hang of growing food in our home gardens, the next step is to incorporate …
The Three Stages Of Flower – Understanding the Flowering Cycle
Every stage of a plant’s growth demands a specific, balanced mix of nutrients and minerals. Flowering is busy; a period when plants direct all of their energy and resources away from overall growth and focus on producing the best flowers and fruits possible.
Turning Suckers Into Free Tomato Plants
Getting something new out of something old is always satisfying, especially when it comes to tomato plants. After pruning your …
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 …
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 …
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.
Grow Rosemary Indoors
The best tasting and most beneficial herbs are always freshly cut. Learn how to grow rosemary indoors using hydroponics or …