Gardening, Plant Propagation

An Easy Way to Multiply Many of Your Garden Plants

A while ago, I wanted to multiply a lot of my plants but didn't want to go to the hassle of propagating cuttings in pots. I'd have to buy more potting soil, fill containers with soil, plant the cuttings, keep the pots watered and finally when the cuttings root, adjust them to a sunnier position,… Continue reading An Easy Way to Multiply Many of Your Garden Plants

Gardening, Herbs, Plant Propagation

Oregano Water Propagation: A Simple and Rewarding Step-by-Step Guide

Propagating oregano in water is very simple and rewarding. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Take Cuttings: Cut a healthy oregano stem just below a node (where a leaf grows) on the plant. Remove all but the top leaves, leaving a few intact. Water Propagation: Place the cuttings in a glass jar or vase with about an… Continue reading Oregano Water Propagation: A Simple and Rewarding Step-by-Step Guide

Gardening, Herbs

A Less Expensive Way to Get a Few Basil Plants

When I was laid off last year due to the pandemic, I had decided to start a garden. I quickly found out that many other people had this idea because seeds and plants were hard to come by. I had to get creative in getting plants for my garden. I noticed my grocery store had… Continue reading A Less Expensive Way to Get a Few Basil Plants

Gardening, Home And Garden

Start Seeds Earlier Than The Last Frost Outdoors

I don't have a lot of space to start seeds in my home and the last frost date here is usually the first week of April. So a few weeks ago I tried a little experiement and planted some seeds outdoors. I planted Brussels Sprouts, red onion and Asparagus seeds thinking they may do better… Continue reading Start Seeds Earlier Than The Last Frost Outdoors