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  • It’s Time to Start Growing Your Own Seedlings

    It’s Time to Start Growing Your Own Seedlings

    Growing your own food is supposed to be a hedge against inflation, but rising prices are in evidence at the garden centre too. The price of vegetable and flower starts is up almost 40% at many spots I’ve visited across the country this spring. When six packs started going for over $10, I knew it…


  • How to Grow Your Own Sunflowers (and Harvest Their Seeds)

    How to Grow Your Own Sunflowers (and Harvest Their Seeds)

    Not only are sunflowers beautiful plants, they’re also resilient ones that love direct sun and hot days. Plus, their large heads produce seeds that are healthy and snackable, making sunflowers a decorative and edible plant for your seasonal garden. Here’s how to grow happy and healthy sunflowers, and how to harvest those seeds.