With so many different products on the market, seed starting can seem like an expensive business. But really, all you need is a packet of seeds, a bag of potting mix, and a few containers to grow in.

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Seed starting can be a daunting task, requiring a careful hand and attention to detail as you bring your seeds to life. While nailing this process can take trial and error, one thing that can make ...

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On a rainy day, Millie gets stuck into a job she’s been wanting to try for ages: making a timber propagation tray from an old pallet. The old-fashioned box is called a planting flat or seed-raising ...

Have you ever gotten frustrated trying to plant small seeds directly into your garden or thin-out plantings of radishes, carrots or beets? Well, here is an idea you might want to try. Why not prepare ...

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Starting your own plants from seed is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening, but success often comes down to the right foundation. A quality seed-starting mix provides the ideal balance of ...