Seeds
Growing gardens normally begin with garden seeds. For this reason, it helps to know more about the different types of seeds, how to start your garden seeds, and caring for seedlings once they’ve germinated. Using the following seed starting info, you can find tips on starting seeds indoors and out, mediums for starting seeds, tips for improving germination and so much more. Before you dive into your gardening projects, check out this informative section to find exactly what you need.
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How Much Light Do Seedlings Really Need? And When To Use Grow LightsYoung plants need lots of light to grow, but when started indoors, natural isn't always best. Learn seedling light requirements – and when to give them a boost.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Thin Seedlings The Right Way For Stronger, Healthier PlantsIt may seem brutal, but thinning seedlings is essential for the health and production of flowers and vegetables. Learn how and when to do it with our guide.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Use A Humidity Dome Seed Propagator For Faster Growth & Healthier PlantsDiscover the benefits of using a humidity dome to create the perfect environment for starting seeds – ensuring stronger growth and boosting germination.
By Ellen Wells
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How To Scarify Seeds: Use Pro Techniques To Speed Up Seed GerminationBoost your growing success with expert seed scarification methods. Try nicking, sanding, boiling, and chemical solutions for faster, better germination rates.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Nick Seeds Before Planting To Boost GerminationTry this simple seed stratification trick to speed up germination for a variety of seed types.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Make The Perfect DIY Seed-Starting Mix: Easy Recipes For Strong, Healthy SeedlingsTry these simple, inexpensive seed-starting mixes to boost germination rates and grow better plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Struggling To Grow? Fix These 7 Seed-Starting Mistakes Before It's Too LateGive your seeds the best possible start and learn how to fix common errors that stunt growth, weaken plants, and prevent crops and flowers from flourishing.
By Amy Grant
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How Deep To Plant Seeds? Get It Right Every Time With This Simple TrickTake the guesswork out of seed planting with this foolproof trick to get the right sowing depth – for strong, healthy starts every time.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Germinating Seeds In Paper Towel: The Easy, No-Mess Method For Faster GrowthLearn the quickest and easiest way to germinate seeds in a paper towel with this expert step-by-step guide – for faster, healthier seed starts every time.
By Susan Albert
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Ready To Start Growing? Try Winter Sowing Seeds In Your Garden This WeekendIt may be cold outside, but you can get a head start on your garden by winter sowing seeds. Come spring, you'll reap the rewards with superb blooms and veggies.
By Amy Grant
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Starting Seeds Indoors Made Easy: Plant Now For More Flowers And Better CropsBegin your gardening journey for the season ahead by starting flower and vegetable seeds indoors. Plant early for the longest possible growing window.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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When To Start Seeds Indoors For Bigger Harvests & More Beautiful BloomsBoost your garden's productivity by learning the best times to start seeds indoors – including a month-by-month guide for crops and flowers.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How Long Do Seeds Last? Plus, Tips To Extend Their Shelf LifeYour garden is all planted and you have leftover seeds... what now? How you store them is the key to their longevity.
By Amy Grant
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Best Seeds For Survival – Grow A Garden That Can Outlast Almost AnythingUncertain about the future? Why not try seeds? They’re easy to save and provide a safety net for good times and bad.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Seed? These Basic Seed Facts Will Help You Grow Better PlantsThey are the basis of a lot of our spring planting, but what are seeds? We take for granted these amazing little powerhouses, but no longer! Read on to learn more about seeds.
By Teo Spengler
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Seeds To Eat As A Tasty Treat: 11 Tasty Edible Seeds You Can Grow In Your GardenGrowing your own edible seeds in the garden is a fun and increasingly popular way to boost your nutrient intake. Find out which seeds you need for a healthy feed!
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Flower Seeds To Harvest In September – To Grow An Endless Supply Of BloomsCollect these popular flower seeds and fill your garden beds and pots with glorious new blooms, without spending a penny.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

