Starting your own plants from seed is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening, but success often comes down to the right ...

Spring is just around the corner, so why not get a head start on the planting season by starting some seedlings indoors. Several garden favorites can take a couple months to get big enough to ...

Check out these tips for starting seeds indoors. Readers give their best DIY seed starting system ideas so you can grow your own vegetable seedlings at home this spring. Growing your own seedlings ...

With the right planning, you can start seedlings indoors for hardier plants in the garden. Learn how to germinate seeds quickly, with instructions for seed starting mix and DIY paper pots to get ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

The thrill of holding a tiny seed between your fingers and imagining the towering tomatoes, fragrant basil, or vibrant marigolds it could become is unmatched. Gardening isn't just planting; it's a ...

The beauty and order of the earth’s natural rhythm bring us once again to spring — seedtime — and the promise of new life embedded within each seed. For those who disbelieve in miracles, take a closer ...

Ask around to see which local friends are also planning to put together a garden this year, and suggest that you purchase your seeds together. This is a great way to keep the cost of seeds down, while ...