Most herbs take between a week and one month to germinate, which makes them some of the first you should start among other ...
Question: I’m interested in growing some unusual peppers this season that I can’t get as transplants at the nursery. I’ll need to start my own seeds. I know peppers can take longer to grow from seed ...
A few years ago, I planted pepper seeds for the first time to make my own paprika. This small start sent me on a journey from my bathroom window to a small growing tent in my closet and eventually to ...
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5 seeds I’m starting in February

5 Seeds I'm Starting in February, as a Master Gardener living in Zone 6.
Q. I saved the seeds from store-bought peppers (red, yellow and orange) last summer and dried them. Will they germinate, grow and produce peppers this summer? I don't usually have any luck starting ...
Key Points Any seedlings that can survive a light frost, such as onions, peas, brassicas, some herbs, and cool-season flowers ...
In late January, I started plants for the spring garden, and I also started a lot of plants for the Linden Community Garden Club’s annual plant sale. Two years ago, I had a major problem when the ...
Anticipate planting tender flowers and vegetables in the garden around Memorial Day and count backwards depending on the seed ...
Savvy gardeners start their own garden seeds at home rather than purchasing transplants at the store. There are many benefits to starting your own seeds including cost savings and the wider selection ...