Want to know if seeds will germinate without going to the trouble of sowing them? This easy paper towel test shows which seeds will sprout and along with the expected germination rates.| Empress of Dirt
Indoor Seed Starting for Beginners | Sow Indoors Grow Outdoors is a complete, easy-to-follow guide for new gardeners who want to start seeds indoors to grow outdoor plants.| Empress of Dirt
We need gardeners to grow milkweed plants for the survival of the monarch butterflies. These beautiful flowering native plants are essential for more butterflies, bees, insects, birds, and more.| Empress of Dirt
Hummingbirds and bees love bee balm (Monarda). Use these tips to grow it and attract them to your garden.| Empress of Dirt
This beginner’s guide to botanical names shares the basics for gardeners wanting to get comfortable using the scientific names for plants. Once you understand the conventions for how the names are formed and written, you will know a lot more about the plants.| Empress of Dirt
Welcome to Empress of Dirt’s Two Minutes in the Garden—our podcast! Get bite-sized informative updates on gardening basics, gardening myths and other subjects of interest to gardeners both new and experienced.| Empress of Dirt
Use this guide to select top-quality birdseed for wild birds. By filling feeders with quality seed, you meet their needs and minimize waste.| Empress of Dirt
The fall hummingbird migration south from parts of Canada and the United States begins as temperatures start to cool. When it starts depends on their summer location and how far they have to travel. Find out what to expect as these tiny birds make the long, solo flights to their winter homes.| Empress of Dirt
Follow these tips to harvest and store seeds from your flowers, fruits, and veggies. With the right timing and storage, you'll have free seeds ready for next season.| Empress of Dirt
Use this spring gardening checklist to get your garden in shape as the days become warmer and longer. While some tasks should wait until after last frost, there are plenty of things to do now.| Empress of Dirt
If you started seeds indoors and they are not germinating, or they have sprouted but they are failing to thrive, this should help you troubleshoot the problem.| Empress of Dirt
Spring is migration time for hummingbirds travelling from their winter homes to breeding habitats in the United States and Canada. Use this map to know when to expect them in your area.| Empress of Dirt
