Upcycle this everyday item for a booming seed starter

Author

Lisa
April 05, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

Good morning,

Keep an eye out for hungry rabbits and deer who might be attracted to your fresh spring plantings. Consider fencing or natural deterrents to protect your garden.

CHERRY PICKED - JUST FOR YOU

From seed swaps to repurposed water, there are plenty of ways to save money, reduce waste, and enjoy fresh produce or beautiful greenery year-round.

Save those food scraps and put them to work - your wallet and your taste buds will thank you!

BITE-SIZED GARDEN TALES

Frustration bubbled within Sarah as she stared at the empty seed packets scattered across her table. National Plant a Seed Day had come and gone, and all she had to show for it were cryptic instructions and a nagging sense of inadequacy.

"Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep," one packet read. "Germination time: 10-14 days." It all seemed so precise, so scientific. Did she even have the right touch for such delicate tasks?

Just then, a gust of wind rattled the window, carrying with it a flurry of dandelion seeds. They swirled through the air, landing haphazardly on windowsills, flower beds, and even the crack in the sidewalk.

Sarah watched, mesmerized. These tiny parachutes weren't burdened by instruction manuals or worries about perfect depth. They simply embraced the wind and let it carry them, trusting nature to guide them towards a place to grow.

A smile tugged at Sarah's lips. Maybe she was overthinking things. Perhaps the key wasn't in rigid control, but in a partnership with nature.

With a newfound confidence, Sarah picked up a seed packet, her heart brimming with excitement. She might not have all the answers, but she was ready to learn, to experiment, and to trust the inherent resilience of life itself.

IN A NUTSHELL

Don't be intimidated by the "how-tos" of gardening. Learn from the dandelion's carefree spirit – embrace a little experimentation and trust the natural order to guide your green thumb.

DIGGING DEEPER

Have you heard the term "leaf mold" and pictured moldy patches spread under trees in the yard?

Luckily, that's not the kind of mold that we're talking about here. Leaf mold is actually a good thing to have and provides an easy way to improve your garden soil.

DAILY DOSE OF DIRT

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The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.

UNTIL NEXT BLOOM…

As always, thanks so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to read this newsletter. Question or comments - just reply.

Happy planting!

Lisa