Store bird seed indoors in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and protected from extreme temperatures and humidity, such as a garage or basement. “Bird seed stays freshest below 80 degrees ...

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It happens more often than most of us would care to admit. We reach into the pocket of a jacket we haven’t worn in a while and pull out a half-empty packet of seeds. Seeds are powerful. They’re the ...

After seed starting, or at the end of the growing season, many gardeners find themselves with partially full seed packets. Do not throw these seeds away, as most will last more than a year after the ...

Over time, garden seeds lose their ability to germinate strong seedlings. If you're an avid gardener, chances are you've ...

The end of the warmer months can be depressing for the avid gardener. Thankfully, seeds from past blooms give hope for future plantings. But seeds don’t last forever, and the older they get, the less ...

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What to do this week: Finish moving houseplants and tropical ones such as cannas and begonias indoors. Bag and discard tomato plants and other spent vegetables that may harbor disease. Keep planting ...