Articles by Carrie Spoonemore

Carrie Spoonemore is a gardening community innovator. Co-founder of the From Seed to Spoon app that simplifies gardening, Carrie began her gardening journey with her husband Dale. The duo shares their experiences to help families have access to safe, healthy, homegrown vegetables and beautiful flowers grown from seed.

Carrie's expertise covers the gamut from garden pests and soil health to growing tips and harvesting guides. Cited in gardening and mainstream magazines, like Martha Stewart Living and Better Homes & Gardens, her comprehensive knowledge in creating eco-friendly gardens in collaboration with Park Seed, has significantly impacted the gardening world, making advanced gardening techniques using technology accessible and enjoyable.

Carrie empowers individuals to grow healthy food and foster a deeper connection with the environment. Her dedication to gardening excellence and her innovative approach make her an expert source for homesteaders and gardeners looking to enrich their success in growing from seed.
25 Companion Plants for Zinnias: What to Plant and Why

25 Companion Plants for Zinnias: What to Plant and Why

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Plant zinnias for a cutting garden and to make your garden easier, more successful, and eco-friendly. 

The Easiest Way to Sow Seeds Is with Seed Tapes, Discs, and Mats

The Easiest Way to Sow Seeds Is with Seed Tapes, Discs, and Mats

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Sow seeds the easy way with Park Seed’s Sow Effortless™ Collection of seed tapes, discs, and mats.

How to Grow Zinnias from Seed

How to Grow Zinnias from Seed

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One of the easiest flowers to grow from seed, Zinnias like warm temperatures and full sun. 

Summer Sides from the Garden: What to Grow Now

Summer Sides from the Garden: What to Grow Now

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Easy side dish recipes using garden produce.

3 Ways to Save a Dying Tomato Plant (And 7 Reasons Why It Happens)

3 Ways to Save a Dying Tomato Plant (And 7 Reasons Why It Happens)

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Quick fixes and expert tips for struggling tomato plants.

Modern Homesteading: A Guide to Self-Sufficiency in the 21st Century

Modern Homesteading: A Guide to Self-Sufficiency in the 21st Century

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Explore modern homesteading and learn how to live sustainably by growing food, raising animals, reducing waste, and becoming more self sufficient.

Understanding Hybrid Plants and Seeds: F1, F2, and Beyond

Understanding Hybrid Plants and Seeds: F1, F2, and Beyond

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Hybrid plants are created through natural crossbreeding. They often have beneficial traits to help you grow. Learn more.

Top 12 Pepper Companion Plants (& 3 to Avoid)

Top 12 Pepper Companion Plants (& 3 to Avoid)

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Boost your pepper harvest with top companion plants.

How to Plan and Start a Family-Friendly Garden

How to Plan and Start a Family-Friendly Garden

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With a little planning kids can make gardening more fun, especially when you pick the right seeds to plant.

11 Worst Companions For Tomatoes (+ The 5 Best)

11 Worst Companions For Tomatoes (+ The 5 Best)

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Companion plants help your tomatoes grow best. Learn what to plant and what not to plant near tomatoes.

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