Introducing our Acorn Planting Project

While planting an oak from an acorn may not provide the same instant gratification as buying one from a nursery, it has been fulfilling and enjoyable to watch this seedling grow for the last two years. I collected the acorns in the fall of 2021 from a wild white oak (Quercus alba) tree at a local nature preserve. Growing and planting native plants from local wild seed is a good way to preserve local genetic diversity. These local ecotype plants should theoretically be well-adapted to growing in

LANDBEAT: Acorns VS Chestnuts

Turn acorns into flour!

Start your garden: Seed germination tips for fruits and veggies

COMPLETE GARDENING COURSE FOR BEGINNERS – PART 3 | SEEDS GERMINATION TIPS