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» So Many Seeds! How to Choose What to Plant in Your Garden

The vast selection of seeds available today can be overwhelming when trying to decide what to plant in your garden.  How will you choose? From climate to budget considerations, this article will help you select seeds that are right for your garden and help you organize your shopping list. Seeds, Seeds, Seeds!  So Many Seeds!  Read More… »

» How Much to Plant in the Vegetable Garden

So, you are going to plant a garden. You already decided what to plant. Now the question is, “How much should I plant to feed my family?”

» How To Do a Seed Viability Test and Why

Are you hesitant about using old seeds in the garden because they may not grow? Learn how to do a simple viability test to determine whether your seeds will germinate before buying all new seeds or wasting time and effort planting dead seeds.

» North American Gardening USDA Hardiness Zone Map and Zone Finder

North American Gardening USDA Hardiness Zone Map and Zone Finder

» Make a Beautiful Virtual Paper Snowflake!

Brought to you by “Better Homes and Gardens”, “Make-a-Snowflake” is a fun activity for all ages. Take a break from a busy, stressful day and make a beautiful virtual paper snowflake.

» Ice Alaska World Ice Art Championships 2010

If you find ice sculptures intriguing and need a unique vacation, consider attending the U.S. National Ice Carving Championship hosted by Ice Alaska in Fairbanks.