Propagation - Page 4 of 16 - Fine Gardening
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The Easy Way to Divide Plants in Pots
It’s the time of year when those of us in gardening mode are looking for smart, effective ways to save money at the nursery. We all know that feeling of…
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How-To
Growing Sweet Peas in the South
Growing up, Jason spent a lot of his summers in England with his grandparents. One of his favorite things to do there was to visit flower shows. There would be…
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How-To
Propagating Native Plants From Seed in the Mountain West
When I think about growing plants from seed, I usually think about my vegetable garden. I direct-sow many types of these seeds, such as beans, carrots, and squash. I follow…
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The Ins and Outs of Molinia
Naming issues Research at Kew Gardens in England established that the different foliar traits of Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea and M. caerulea ssp. arundinacea are cultural rather than genetic, which…
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Design
Learn How to Support Soil Life
The vitality and resiliency of every garden depends on plants interacting with a vast array of insects, fungi, and microorganisms, especially those that make their homes in the soil. Through…
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Watering Ways | Letter From the Editor
It’s hard to overestimate the importance of watering. It’s my favorite thing to do in the garden, and not just because I can do it with a drink in my…
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How-To
Southeast June Garden To-Do List
Divide bearded irises. If your garden includes good old-fashioned bearded irises (Iris × germanica, Zones 4–9), ask yourself when you last divided your clumps. If it’s been longer than five…
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How to Direct-Sow Veggies
Even though I consider myself a thrifty shopper, I often leave the grocery store feeling a lot lighter in the wallet. I just won’t compromise on some things, like healthy,…
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Here at Fine Gardening we think you should show love for the moms in your life every day, but Mother's Day is a great excuse to spoil them with the…
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Propagating Native Trees and Shrubs Through Hardwood Cuttings
In the heart of winter, gardening tasks can be somewhat few and far between; however, there are some tasks that can be accomplished during this otherwise dormant time of year.…