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How To Force Paperwhites To Bloom Indoors

March 15, 2022 · Bulb Care, Gardening

How to force paperwhite bulbs

An easy way to get a jumpstart on spring blooms is by trying to force paperwhites to bloom indoors! There are many different kinds of flowering bulbs you can try, however this post focuses solely on paperwhites! What Are Paperwhites?…

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How To Easily Pre-Sprout Lavender Seeds

February 22, 2022 · Gardening

how to pre-sprout lavender seeds

Lavender has a long germination process, and one of the best ways to get a jump start is to pre-sprout your lavender seeds indoors! Harvesting Lavender Seeds This past summer I went to a lavender farm and ended up drying…

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How To Easily Propagate A Thanksgiving Cactus

February 17, 2022 · Gardening

propagate a thanksgiving cactus

One of my favorite cacti, is the Thanksgiving cactus! If you are looking for a low maintenance houseplant that is easy to propagate, this is a winner! It also offers beautiful long lasting blooms that come in a variety of…

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Everything You Need To Know About Planting Garlic Cloves

February 15, 2022 · Bulb Care, Gardening

Planting garlic cloves

Planting garlic cloves is incredibly easy and fun! You do not need to be an expert gardener, in fact you don’t even need a green thumb. There’s just a few simple steps involved and some inexpensive items needed. And before…

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Snake Plant Propagation Made Easy

February 10, 2022 · Gardening

Snake plant maintenance

Snake plant propagation is not only easy but also cost effective–FREE! These plants are one of the easiest houseplants to maintain and propagate! You may also know them by their other common names, sansevieria or mother-in-laws tongue. They are nearly…

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How To Make Birdseed Ornaments-Valentine’s Day Edition

February 8, 2022 · Life

Bird seed ornaments

This Valentine’s Day consider spreading the love to some of your friendly neighborhood birds (and squirrels) by making some adorable and eco-friendly birdseed ornaments! A quick and easy recipe that is sure to win over your wildlife friends. Very few…

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Annual Versus Perennial-Here’s What You Should Know

February 4, 2022 · Cottage Garden, Gardening

Cottage garden

If you’re just starting out in gardening, it’s important to first know the difference between an annual versus perennial. This is especially important in how you will create and design your garden! In this post we will review some of…

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An Easy Guide On How To Properly Thin Seedlings

February 1, 2022 · Gardening, Pruning

How to thin seedlings indoors

Thinning seedlings is easier than you might think! Now that you have successfully sown seeds (here’s a post for starting seeds) and watched seedlings develop over the last few weeks, it is time to begin thinning your now crowded seedlings….

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An Easy Guide To Planting Onions That Have Sprouted – BirchSalt

January 27, 2022 · Bulb Care, Gardening, Sustainable

How to plant a sprouted onion

If you find yourself opening your pantry to find an already sprouted onion as I did, do not to throw it away! Instead, try planting the sprouted onion to grow even more onions! You heard that right! YES, you can…

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The Best Indoor Houseplants For Beginners

January 25, 2022 · Gardening

Indoor houseplants for beginners

If you’re interested in owning houseplants but are not sure where to start, this post will list some of the best indoor houseplants for beginners! Whether you are limited on space, light, time, or have curious cats, there are several…

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Starting Seedlings Indoors-Tips For a New Gardener

January 21, 2022 · Gardening

Starting seedlings

If you’re a newbie gardener and are looking to get started in gardening, starting seedlings is an easy way to jump in! Starting seeds can seem intimidating at first, but with these tips your seeds will be sprouting in no…

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Beautiful Lavender Farm in Maine-Here’s What To Expect

January 18, 2022 · Around Maine, Gardening, Life, Pruning

When you first drive up on the lavender farm you are greeted by endless open fields of purple, friendly faces and a quaint little shop filled with homemade lavender products. The air is warm and busy bodies are buzzing throughout…

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A quiet winter week spent sowing seeds indoors and potting up early spring plants. This video is less about doing and more about being: moving gently, noticing small moments, and letting winter be a season of calm work. I hope it brings you a little warmth and ease. 🤍🌿

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Thank you for all the love, patience, and thoughtful messages while I took a step back. This season has been about slowing down, healing, and practicing what I believe in, living gently and intentionally. If you’re feeling called to pause and fill your cup, I hope you give yourself that permission. I’m so grateful for this community. 🤍

P.S. I hope you enjoyed seeing a little bit of what I was up to this past fall. I'm feeling ready to enter the next garden season with renewed optimism. 

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Welcome to BirchSalt! My name is Kate and I am a nurse by background turned gardening enthusiast. I take inspiration from all around me in the great state of Maine. Hence how the BirchSalt motto was born, "Inspiration From Land & Sea".

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