To grow strong and healthy tomatoes, plant them in a plastic bag with holes in the bottom and the sides rolled down to form a pot 4-5 cm high. Plant 2-3 seeds per bag. Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves (about 15-18 days after planting), unroll the sides of the bag slightly […]
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Step 1Cut off the bottom of a plastic water bottle and pierce a hole in the cap. Step 2Make a hole in the ground near your tomato plant and insert the neck of the bottle (with cap) into the earth. Support with a stake, if necessary. Step 3Fill the water bottle, as needed. Matériel requis
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Whether you don’t own a pair of gloves or you simply enjoy getting your hands dirty, it’s no easy task to get your nails clean after gardening. But there’s a simple solution right at your fingertips: Before you start gardening, lightly scratch a bar of soap to form a buildup under your nails. The soap
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Acti-Sol hen manure naturally contains at least 7% calcium. Calcium, the main element responsible for plant cell division, is essential for plant growth. This granular fertilizer restructures the soil and is also easy to use! Recommended products Sprinkle-on Organic Fertilizer for annual flowers 4-3-7 Sprinkle-on Organic Fertilizer for Vegetables and fine herbs 4-2-8 Lawn Fertilizer
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Need help labeling your seedlings and planning your garden? Here are a few simple tips to help you identify even the tiniest shoots. Clothespins Write the name of your plant on a wooden clothespin. Attach the clothespin to the edge of your pot. Stick and vegetable peeler Find a small stick that’s still big enough
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