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Understanding the needs of seeds leads to greater success in the garden.

February is the month for pruning vines, planting bare root trees, and starting seedlings. Work this month sets the stage for a glorious garden this spring and summer.

Seeds that do not sprout after sowing , perhaps they start to appear and then die, the problem could be what is called damping-off disease. This is caused by a fungus .

Many types of vegetables, herbs and flowers are very easy to grow from seed. You can save money and find a larger variety to choose from when you start your own.

You will learn through experience which medium is best for your climate and growing conditions.

Cold frames can provide fresh vegetables all year depending on one's hardiness zone. They are easy to build for those with basic construction skills.

Learn how to extend the growing season using a patio grow house. The growing season can be extended by 3-4 weeks in the spring and fall using this handy gardening tool.

Raking in the organic garden yields free soil amendments, like compost, leaf mold, and mulch. Leaf cleanup is easy when gardeners choose the best rakes.

Purchasing a greenhouse is a big financial commitment. However to grow hard to find varieties of favorite vegetables or have fresh salads all winter, it may be worth it.

Treat friends and family with a bountiful crop of unique, colorful and flavor-packed heritage tomatoes this gardening season.

Even without a greenhouse, gardeners can sprout their own seeds indoors instead of buying plants later in the season.

Regular potting soil will do for raised beds, but the best raised bed soil will be high in organic matter and have high water-holding capacity.

In the dry, arid climates of North America's southwest, irrigation is a must if gardeners want to have a productive vegetable garden. But take care; too much water can be