Seed Starting Articles
I have been asked many times on how to save seeds from
plants that   have grown in the garden.
Seed that is to be saved must be ripe, when rained
on the seed should dry out again before being
gathered.
Hang seed stalks in a dry, airy place until they are
brittle-dry.
Handle all seeds carefully as nicked or injured
seeds won't keep well. Store large seeds in glass
jars with loose fitting covers ( not airtight).
I keep my small seeds in paper envelopes.
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Sprouting seeds before you plant them can boost germination rates and give you more control when working with expensive or rare seeds. The following method is one I use in my Organic Garden.
Spread a double layer of damp paper towels on a flat surface.
Evenly space seeds 1" or so apart on the moist towels.
Roll up the towels, being careful to keep the seeds from bunching up.
Label the seed roll ...
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I have discovered a handy way to use eggshells in starting my garden seeds. I use this method in my organic garden, as it gives back to the earth.
Advantages of this method include good moisture retention needed for germination, along with avoiding transplanting shock, since seeds are moved, "pot" and all.
If you would like to try this method, then follow these simple steps:
Take one egg and cut a ...
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