What to do with an old Christmas tree? Anything BUT throw it out. Even though the holidays are over, your tree still has some life left in it. These 10 clever ideas will have you scheming new ways of repurposing a dead or dying Christmas tree for countless uses around your home and garden.| Garden Betty
If you're new to seed starting, this foolproof beginner's guide to starting seeds indoors will take you step by step from seed to harvest, quickly and easily. You don't need any fancy gear or grow lights to get started, and you can even upcycle small containers to put your seeds in.| Garden Betty
Tall, spindly seedlings are common with garden seeds started indoors, but they can be saved if the problem is caught early. If it looks like your seedlings keep getting taller (and weaker) as they stretch toward the light, read on to learn my simple tips and tricks for fixing your leggy seedlings before it's too late.| Garden Betty
Make sure your brand new plants are ready for the world! When they make the transition from indoors to outdoors, your plants need time to acclimate. Learn how to harden off seedlings in seven days or less with my proven method, or try one of these shortcuts to get your plants in the ground even faster.| Garden Betty
Seed storage doesn't have to be complicated. The two things you need to remember when storing your seeds are: low humidity and low temperature. These are the ideal conditions to make sure your seeds last the longest. I'll give you a peek into how I personally store my seeds too!| Garden Betty
Have you ever dug into a pile of old seeds and wondered if they're still good, or whether you should buy new ones? How long do vegetable seeds and herb seeds last anyway? The short answer: It depends. Here's what you need to know about seed viability vs. seed vigor.| Garden Betty
Saving tomato seeds may seem straightforward, but here's a little secret to boost your chances of germination and help speed up the process: fermenting tomato seeds. Adding this simple extra step to your seed-saving routine can help you get a head start on next year's plants!| Garden Betty
Help! Did your seedlings suddenly fall over and die overnight? It's not from pests, and it's not because the wind knocked them over. In fact, the problem starts below the surface... not above it. Find out why damping off disease happens to even healthy seedlings and how to prevent this common fungal infection.| Garden Betty
