How-To Videos - Page 19 of 23 - Fine Gardening

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    Dividing Plants with Woody Roots

    Woody perennials often form roots when stems rest on the ground or are buried by gradually accumulating mulch. Make a new plant by simply cutting between the rooted stem and…

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    Storing Seeds

    Collecting and storing seeds for the next growing season is a great way to make more plants for free. To make sure you get vigorous seeds with a high germination…

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    How to Divide Ornamental Grasses

    Ornamental grasses can be pretty intimidating to divide, given their size. Just remember that grasses respond best to division in spring and that you'll have the best luck if you use…

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    Build a Rain Barrel

    The benefits to having a rain barrel are huge. First, water in your rain barrel is not subject to community watering restrictions and has no additives like fluoride or iron…

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    Collecting Seeds

    Seed prices can add up pretty quickly, even if you only have one small bed to fill. Collecting seeds in the fall guarantees that you'll have a full summer garden…

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    Rooting Tip Cuttings

    The benefits of knowing how to propagate plants from tip cuttings are endless. You can make more of your favorite plants for almost no money. You can take cuttings from many tender…

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    Basics of Soil Testing

    Depending on your soil's native fertility, your plants may perform for years without needing additional fertilizer. But sooner or later, they'll show their unhappiness by displaying stunted growth and/or off-color…

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    How to Build a Garden Tuteur

    Are you looking for a structure for your vines to climb on? You can build your own rustic garden tuteur in an afternoon, and all you need are branches, glue,…

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    Deadheading Annuals and Perennials

    Deadheading improves a plant's appearance, controls reseeding, and redirects a plant's energy from seed production to root and vegetative growth. It also prolongs the bloom period of some plants, and…

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    How to Harvest Annual Herbs

    Annual herbs such as basil, cilantro, dill, and chervil can be fully harvested about once a month during the growing season. This regular pruning encourages new growth and maximizes leaf…