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10 Easy Cut Flowers to Direct Sow
A cut-flower garden or "cutting garden" allows you to bring the beauty of your garde...Read More » -
10 Tips for Beginning Seed Gardeners
Even though it's one of our favorite things to do, at first, seed gardening can feel o...Read More » -
5 Steps to Harden Off Seedlings
Plants are like babies. When we start them indoors, we keep them sheltered and give th...Read More » -
6 Steps to a Greener Garden
One of the greatest benefits of having a garden is controlling how your food is grown. ...Read More » -
9 Plants to Repel Mosquitoes
Spending time outside is the best part about summer, but battling the mosquitos... not...Read More » -
Artichoke: Sow and Grow Guide
General Information Whether grown for the edible flower bud or as a unique,...Read More » -
Attracting Bees to the Garden
How You Can Help the Bees in Your Own Garden The following tips will he...Read More » -
Basil: Sow and Grow Guide
There's a reason basil is so popular-it's delicious! There are many known species of basil, but Ocimum...Read More » -
Bean: Sow and Grow Guide
Much like homegrown tomatoes and many other vegetables, beans' flavor diminishes in st...Read More » -
Beet: Sow and Grow Guide
Join the beet renaissance! As the popularity of growing beets is increasing, all root ...Read More » -
Cat Grass: Growing Healthful Kitty Greens
You may have noticed that cats are naturally drawn to eating greens, even if you give...Read More » -
Climate and Your Garden
As gardeners, we'd all love to have a long, mild growing season. But for lots of us th...Read More » -
Corn: Pollination
Corn is typically pollinated by the wind, having both male (tassels) and female (sil...Read More » -
Corn: Sow and Grow Guide
Corn conjures memories of summer barbeques, warm evenings, and gatherings with fri...Read More » -
Cover Crops for a Naturally Better Garden
How and Why to Use Cover Crops Cover crops are fast growing plants, usuall...Read More » -
Cucumber: Sow and Grow Guide
Get ready, salads--home-grown cukes are on the way! Home-grown cucumbers have thin...Read More » -
Cut Flower E-Book
Download the Cut Flower e-Book for tips on growing your best cutting garden!Read More » -
Cut-Flower Gardening—10 Tips for Success!
Are you thinking of trying your hand at cut-flower growing? Cut-flower gardening is a ...Read More » -
Edible Flowers
Have your flowers and eat them too! Many flowers taste "fresh" or "grassy", but severa...Read More » -
Edibles for Partial Shade
Most vegetables and herbs do best in areas with full sun (6 or more hours/day). These ...Read More » -
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Flower Mixes: Sow and Grow
GENERAL SOWING When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. In cold climate...Read More » -
Frost Maps
How do I use my average first and last frost dates? Helping home gardeners g...Read More » -
Frost Tolerance of Vegetables
In early fall, it pays to keep an eye on nighttime temperatures so that you get your f...Read More » -
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Garlic: 10 Health Benefits
We are pretty sure you don't need a reason to add garlic bread to your menu tonight, b...Read More » -
Garlic: Harvesting, Curing, and Storage
From planting to harvest, garlic requires a long growing period, so after a long winte...Read More » -
Garlic: Planting and Growing Guide
From mild and mellow, to bold and spicy, garlic is a culinary treasure. Use it raw or ...Read More » -
Getting the Best Germination
7 Tips for Great Germination By buying from reputable suppliers, testing ...Read More » -
Hand Pollination for Squash, Cucumber, Melon, and Watermelon
One-third of the food produced in the US depends on bees for pollination, and your gar...Read More » -
Heat-Tolerant Lettuces and Other Greens
Salads don't have to end with spring! A crisp, colorful salad may be the perfect dish ...Read More » -
Herbs DIY Indoor Garden
Tips for Success Indoor gardens bring fresh herbs to your fingertips for e...Read More » -
Herbs Tips for Preserving
Drying Herbs Many herbs are easily preserved by drying and hold their flavor...Read More » -
How do I Know Which Fertilizer to Use?
There are three essential macronutrients-nutrients needed in large amounts-that are the most commonly referenced in...Read More » -
How to Plan Your Fall Vegetable Garden
What and Where to Sow: First, consider where you have space from harvested ...Read More » -
Making Cut Flowers Last Longer
Flower arranging is not only creative and fun, but a beautiful way to showcase or shar...Read More » -
Melon: Sow and Grow Guide
Is a melon by any other name still a melon? Yes! What many of us call cantaloupes ...Read More » -
Microgreens and Baby Greens: Sow and Grow Guide
Micro- and baby greens are tiny, tender, flavorful seedlings of vegetables and/or herb...Read More » -
Microgreens and Sprouts What is the Difference?
Microgreens and sprouts are trending everywhere fr...Read More » -
Natural Pest Control Tips
Provide Diversity Why do large monoculture farms use so many pesticides? Bec...Read More » -
Onion: Sow and Grow Guide
Growing onions from seed offers a wider variety, is less expensive, and gives you more...Read More » -
Overwintering Vegetables
There are two purposes for fall sowing—to harvest in late fall or winter, or har...Read More » -
Pea: Sow and Grow Guide
You won't have to trick anyone into eating their veggies with homegrown peas. Sweet and...Read More » -
Pepper: Sow and Grow Guide
While we have some general information on seed starting indoors, we receive a lot of c...Read More » -
Poppy: Sow and Grow Guide
Gardeners love poppies, and what's not to love! Their crepe-paper like blooms may look...Read More » -
Pumpkins: Keeping Carved Pumpkins Fresh
Carved pumpkins look their best one to two days after carving, and without some care, ...Read More » -
Radish: Sow and Grow Guide
These cool season crispers are more than bright red slices on a salad. Try roasting or...Read More » -
Root Vegetables: 10 Tips for Success
Root vegetables are frost-tolerant, healthful, and store well. What isn't to love? We...Read More » -
Save the Monarch Butterfly
We all recognize the iconic monarch butterfly with its majestic orange and black wing...Read More » -
Seed Starting Basics
Seed gardening is the most rewarding type of gardening! To take a sma...Read More » -
Seed Starting Indoors
Gardening from seed has several benefits. With seed gardening, there are more variet...Read More » -
Seed Starting Outdoors
BOTANICAL INTERESTS MAKES SEED GARDENING EASY! Each Botanical Interests se...Read More » -
Small Space Container Gardening
Small on space but big on gardening? A lot can happen in a small space. With some crea...Read More » -
Soil Temperature for Higher Germination
Soil temperature is just as important as proper moisture to achieve optimal germination rate. Without ensuring the...Read More » -
Soil Tests 101
Nurturing your soil is the most important step to a flourishing garden. Soil isn't jus...Read More » -
Sprouting Seeds at Home: Disinfecting, Growing, and Harvesting Tips
Answers To The Most Asked Questions About Sprouting Your Own Healthy And Delicious ...Read More » -
Sprouts: Growing Guide
Whether it's -12°F or 100+°F outside, you can always count on sprouts to ...Read More » -
Squash (Summer): Sow and Grow Guide
From long, green zucchini to yellow saucer-shaped patty pans, summer squash is extreme...Read More » -
Squash (Winter): Sow and Grow Guide
The varied colors of winter squash makes us yearn for fall and cool temperatures. Ric...Read More » -
Squash: Pests and Diseases
Your best line of defense against pests and disease in your garden is prevention. Row ...Read More » -
Stratification and Scarification
Have you seen special germination instructions on the back of our seed packets? Don'...Read More » -
Successive Sowing: Keep it Coming!
One of the ways you can keep your garden going all season is by successive sowing. To ...Read More » -
Sunflower: Sow and Grow Guide
The botanical name, Helianthus , comes from the Greek words, helios meaning "sun...Read More » -
Sunflower: Tips for Growing Tall Sunflowers
Sunflowers grow best in full sun, getting 6+ hours per day. They will grow in just abou...Read More » -
Sweet Pea: Sow and Grow Guide
Sweet peas have been a garden favorite for centuries. We love them for their scent, a...Read More » -
The Secret is in the Soil
Secrets to Soil Success What is Soil? Soil is a diverse mix of ...Read More » -
Three Sisters Gardening: Native American Companion Planting
What is companion planting? Companion planting is a gardening practice that...Read More » -
Tomato: Sow and Grow Guide
With so many tomato varieties and uses in the kitchen, it's no wonder tomatoes are one...Read More » -
Tomatoes: Common Pests and Disease
6 Essential Steps for Prevention Prevention is the key to a healthy garden. F...Read More » -
Tomatoes: Late Season Harvest and Storage Techniques
After weeks of growing tomatoes in your garden, whether you live in a warm or cool cli...Read More » -
Tucking in Perennials for the Winter
You may have nestled your dormant vegetable beds down for a good winter's sleep with a...Read More » -
USDA Hardiness Zones
How does the USDA hardiness zone map help me choose varieties for my garden?
Watermelon: Sow and Grow Guide
Watermelon is the quintessential summer food, and with more than 1,200 varieties, you...Read More »
What's new in our online store
Our improved website makes it easier to find and purchase your favorite Botanical Interests seeds and garden...Read More »
Zinnia: Sow and Grow Guide
Zinnias are the star of the summer flower garden, loved by novice and expert gardener...Read More »
