Category Archives: Starting a Garden

Spring Seed Starting 101 Part 2 of 2

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Anne

After seeds germinate, use a complete houseplant fertilizer at 1/2 strength to provide nutrients. Two weeks later, use the recommended fertilizer  rate on the fertilizer bottle. Over-fertilizing seedlings can easily damage and  kill plants, so follow directions carefully. Once seedlings … Continue reading →

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Spring Seed Starting 101 Part 1 of 2

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Anne

Is it time to start seeds in your area? To find out, click here.  Then, count back 6-10 weeks from when you plan to plant. This will give you a date range for when to start seeds. Choose seed packets with instructions that say ”sow in spring” or ”plant when soil … Continue reading →

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The BEST Online Vegetable Gardening Info Available!!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Anne

During 2007-2009 I worked as a Horticulture Program Rep for UC Cooperative Extension. My days were spent writing publications on horticultural topics. Check them out here. These publications are free to the public and used as handouts at that office. While at … Continue reading →

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Fall Vegetable Gardening: Start Planning NOW!

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Anne

Summer is nearly over, or at least according to the calendar is it. I’m looking forward to cooler weather, how ’bout you? My garden is scraggly and I’m ready to yank out everything. The tomatoes are sprawled all over, aphids … Continue reading →

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