How to Plant Morning Glory Seeds

Last year I discovered a love for morning glories. I know in many parts of the country they are considered an annoying weed; here in my little corner of the world, however, they are a joy to grow.

I have read that in some places morning glories propagate themselves, I am not so lucky. I need to help mother nature a long.

• To start gather a plastic zip-lock bag, a serrated knife (or sand paper), some water, and a paper towel (I didn't have paper towels so I used a coffee filter). 
• Nick the back of the seed or rub it a couple times with sandpaper. (A morning glory seed is shaped similar to a lemon wedge, you want to cut the widest side). 

• Fold the paper towel so it fits into your bag and slide it in. 
• Wet the paper towel with your water (you want it more then damp but not TOO wet). 
• Place the seeds on top of your paper towel and seal up the bag. 
• Lay the bag in a sunny spot. (I let mine sit for about 15 hours)

When you see the seed casing crack open and a little "tail" poking out then you know they are ready.

• I then take a small spade (I couldn't find mine so I used a large spoon) and dig my hole for the seed. The hole I make is about 2" deep and 2"' wide.
• Fill the hole with some potting soil and mix it into the dirt that is already there. I have really sandy soil so this helps give the seed a little boost.
• Place two seeds in the hole and cover with about 1/4" of dirt. 
• Water well. 

Planting Chives

Yesterday I went out on the desk to start planting my herb garden and of course little man was with me. He decided that he needed to help. So together we planted chives...well I planted and he tried to play in the dirt. Needless to say we required a good scrub down afterwords.