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Best Containers for Sprouts and Microgreens

by Suz | Feb 21, 2026 | Containers for seeds to grow sprouts and microgreens, Seed Sowing, Sprouts & Microgreens

1.) Best Containers and Equipment for Sprouts: To be able to grow sprouts of small seeds like alfalfa seeds hygienically and sustainably, you want to avoid plastic (which can harbor bacteria in scratches and contributes to microplastics) and prioritize airflow....

Easy Growing of Sprouts and Microgreens

by Suz | Feb 21, 2026 | Growing, Seed Sowing, Sprouts & Microgreens

Grow sprouts and microgreens with your favourable seeds to enhance your salads, sandwiches, stir fries and soups.

What seeds to sow when during the year? A Beginners Guide

by Suz | Feb 6, 2026 | Seed Sowing

The seed catalogues have been sent out and a lot of enthusiastic gardeners have already started to sow in the greenhouse. However, soon you will be able to direct sow in the ground. It is important not to miss the right times of the year to sow your annual/perennial...

Unusual Standard Roses to be found on the romantic Rose Island / Roseninsel

by Suz | Oct 7, 2025 | Standard Roses

A visit to the prime spot for weddings revealed that the art of standard rose pruning appears to have been perfected on this rose island The circular rosarium on the rose island at the Lake Starnberg near Munich in Germany has been developed over centuries and it now...

‘Chelsea Chop’ versus ‘Late Chelsea Chop’?

by Suz | Jun 6, 2025 | Late Chelsea Chop

Can you still do a ‘Late Chelsea Chop’ on your cranesbills now? I came across this question today. Yes, you can still do a “late Chelsea chop” on your cranesbills (hardy geraniums) Here’s some background information: Traditional Chelsea...