Although the practice of making solid blocks of soil for growing seeds isn’t new (it may go back over 2000 years), soil blocking has gained popularity in the last few years. It’s not a complicated ...

As we head into spring, the most common way to start off new seedlings is in a classic plastic seed tray. However, there's a plastic-free alternative that could make for much stronger plants. Soil ...

Many gardeners can’t wait to start growing their own plants from seeds indoors. If this sounds like something that may be in your forecast, you are likely aware that seeds can be successfully started ...

LET’S TALK ABOUT plastic in the garden. Nursery pots and trays, plant markers, bagged goods and tarps, plastic netting, protective row-covers and even some tools — our green industry practically runs ...

As we delve into our spring planting season in North Florida, those of us who vegetable garden are busy transplanting late-spring/summer vegetables and fruits, including winter squash, summer squash, ...

Soil blocking is an environmentally friendly method to prep seedlings. The technique has captured the attention of serious gardeners who'd like to... What's soil blocking? This seeding method helps ...

Sowing seeds is one of the most satisfying ways to grow. It’s also the most cost-effective. But transplanting seedlings into the garden is tricky – it can be traumatic for the tiny seedlings and they ...

Stop buying seed starting pots and start using a soil blocker for your starts! In this webinar we cover how to: Create your own soil block recipe Avoid unsustainable products Sterilize soil — because ...

Your recycling bin can be a great source of materials for making your own seed starting pots. Planting season is rapidly approaching, and if you have a sunny window, you can get some of your veggies ...

Boost your success, save money and reduce plastic waste when starting plants from seeds this year. The options are many, so you are sure to find one that works for you. Reuse plastic containers for ...

Spring means it's time for gardeners to think about seedlings, those little baby plants all ready to get plunked into the ground. And a hands-on technique for growing them, called "soil blocking," is ...