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…