Is there anything worth buying for the garden at the dollar store? We scoured the aisles to look for items that are useful and long-lasting—not single-use or disposable—and discovered some good finds.| Empress of Dirt
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
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
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
This seed viability chart lists how long you can expect packets of garden seeds to remain viable. Each seed type has its own shelf life, making it essential to list "sow before" dates on your seed packets for optimal success.| 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
