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Maximize the Germination of Your Vegetable Seeds

 Nothing is more frustrating then when you can not seem to get your vegetable seeds to germinate. You get excited for gardening season to roll around, have your vegetable seeds ready to go, plant them in some soil, wait, and nothing happens. There could be a number of factors as to why this could be. Here are some suggestions to help with maximizing the germination of your Vegetable Seeds. It all starts with the soil. Well, actually it starts with the seed but we already know that. While I like to use soil from my own garden to start my seeds (more on that in a moment), there is nothing wrong with using a good quality seed starting soil. This type of soil, which can be found at any home or garden center for just a few bucks, is specially formulated to give your seeds everything they need to grow. If you are big on organic growing techniques there are plenty of organic seed starting soils as well and those expanding seed pods work great also. As I noted earlier I like to use the soil fr

Choosing The Right Slipper Bath For Your Home

 What Is A Slipper Bath? When you are looking into designing your bathroom, you may want to consider going for something a little different. One option is to look into the world of cast iron baths and roll top baths. One of the most elegant and charismatic types of these, is that of the slipper bath. This is a form of cast iron bath, which is higher at one end than the other, therefore allowing you to soak and bathe in luxury and comfort; giving you a lot of support for your back. There are varieties of slipper bath that are also double ended, with a dip in the middle. A notable feature of this style is that the plug and taps are in the middle, so they will not prevent you from enjoying a soak in a comfortable position. Cast Iron bath Benefits When you buy a slipper bath, you are making an investment in terms of your home. Some of the benefits of a cast iron bath include: Heat retention - baths made from cast iron or copper retain heat well because of the materials that they are made u