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How to Revive a Wilted Herb Plant

Obtain a clear, intact plastic bag large enough to contain your plant., Fill bag with water enough to submerge the pot...

9 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Plant Garlic

Source garlic to plant., Get ready to plant in the fall or the spring., Prepare a planting site., Plant the garlic...

13 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Start a Window Herb Garden

Choose your window., Choose the herbs you would like to grow., Decide if you want to plant seeds or seedlings., Choose...

17 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Grow Perennial Herbs

Choose which perennial herbs to grow in your garden., Purchase the herb seeds, seed starter kits and potting soil from...

8 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Plant Aloe Vera

Know when to transplant., Give the plant adequate sunlight and warmth., Plant the Aloe vera in well draining soil...

24 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Grow Elephant Ear Plants

Plant when the soil warms up in the spring., Give the plant plenty of room., Select a planting spot., Prepare the...

16 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Divide Herb Plants

Make sure the herb plants you are dividing are at least 2 years old., Plan to divide plants in early spring or late...

8 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Stake Tomato Plants

Gather stakes, ties and a hammer or mallet to stake tomato plants., Plan to insert the stakes into the ground either...

12 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Plant Onions

Buy onion seeds or sets.You'll need to find onion seeds or sets to plant., Start at least 6 weeks ahead of the last...

16 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Plant Shallots

Gather your supplies., Choose the season., Select the right location., Prepare the soil., Separate the bulbs., Plant...

16 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Repot a Plant

Choose a slightly larger pot., Choose a pot with drainage holes., Soak the new pot., Cover the drainage holes., Put a...

12 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Select Blooming Houseplants

Go for African violets for areas with bright light., Try hydrangeas for low light areas., Choose chrysanthemums for...

5 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Prune Houseplants

Use sharp scissors or garden shears., Prune the plants at the beginning of their growing season., Remove dead leaves...

11 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Water Someone Else's Plants

Prepare beforehand., Use a watering can or jug., Know what type of plant needs watered how., Use the settings on the...

6 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Make Chamomile Garden Spray

Purchase or cut some chamomile., Select the flowers., Make chamomile tea of triple strength., Allow to steep for a few...

7 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Trim an Aloe Vera Plant

Get a cutting utensil., Trim damaged leaves., Cut excess outer leaves., Remove old stems and blossoms., Remove...

7 steps 5 min Medium
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How to Garden With Vinegar

Spray it where you need it., For rabbits, soak corncobs., Spray the thresholds to get rid of ants., Use as an...

12 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Use Wicks to Water Plants

Make sure your plant is already potted in a pot with a drainage hole., Take your plant outside to a workbench or garden...

12 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Kill Weeds With Vinegar

Buy white vinegar., Pour the vinegar into a garden sprayer., Choose a sunny day to spray weeds., Spray directly onto...

6 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Start a Bonsai Tree

Select a suitable species of tree for your climate., Decide whether you plan on having an indoor or outdoor tree...

16 steps 14 min Advanced

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