Updated 02/09/24 Successfully growing plants from seeds requires the best light for seedlings, and understanding whether to use blue or red light can make a significant difference. Many gardeners don't have the luxury of a south-facing window with 12+ hours of sunlight, making indoor grow lights for seedlings essential. This guide will enlighten you […] Continue Reading
Not all plants can or should be started from seed indoors. Some, like corn, simply don’t transplant well. Others, like sunflowers and cucumbers, grow so quickly that there’s little point in starting them early. But for those plants that need a little extra time to give them the best chance of maturing during the […] Continue Reading
It's easy to grow flowers and vegetables by sowing seeds directly in the garden. Here's a good primer on how to choose the seeds to grow, prepare the garden, and plant your seeds for a full season of colorful flowers and healthy vegetables. Continue Reading
Updated January 30, 2019 We tested eleven different purchased seed starting/germinating mixes, as well as potting mix, garden soil, and a variety of home-made mixes. While we can’t comment on the make-up of the mixes (other than noting what the manufacturer indicates is in the package), here are our observations about the look and feel […] Continue Reading
As spring slowly approaches, many gardeners start thinking about growing plants indoors from seed. Here are the five things you’ll need to consider. #1 – Moisture Your seeds won’t germinate (sprout) if they are not kept evenly moist. Thoroughly moisten the seed-starting medium (not garden soil!) before sowing the seeds. Use one of our recommended […] Continue Reading
