The timing of winter sowing is essential to avoid the freeze-thaw cycle that could kill plants. The timing can vary based on ...

Seed catalog season, one of my favorite seasons of the year, has begun. Few tasks are more rewarding than growing your own plants from seed. If you haven’t done this before, and you find it ...

Soaking seeds before planting them mimics the favorable growing conditions after a spring rain. Water is what wakes up many types of seeds and tells them it’s the right time to sprout. So do you need ...

We are so proud of beginner gardeners, so we are saluting those of you that have tried seed starting. It’s not the easiest task but many folks have the same one or two problems that are easily fixed.

I’m going to walk you through the seed-starting process I use now. It focuses on planning first so your seedlings and your ...

It's springtime in a box.

Keeping track of when to start seeds of your favorite flowers, herbs, and vegetables indoors can feel a bit daunting, especially since some seeds need to be planted a lot earlier than others. But no ...

Vegetable starts can been expensive especially when you are looking to fill a garden. Nonetheless, you can’t beat that satisfaction you get when harvesting your own homegrown veggies. Starting plants ...

A great way to beat the cold weather we have seen this week is to start working on this year’s garden. This is the perfect ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. To help you choose the best seed starting trays, we consulted ...

Seeds almost always germinate better at higher temperatures, so buy an inexpensive seed germination heat mat if you don’t ...