Learn how to germinate seed successfully in soil or with the paper towel method. Both are an easy way to get your own plants started. What is Seed Germination? Seed germination is the sprouting of a seed. For vegetable gardening, it is usually talked about when starting seeds indoors. Putting some soil in seedling trays,…
Can you even have a vegetable garden without marigolds? I say not. Here is how and when to plant marigold seeds indoors. In past years, I have always gone to my local greenhouse or garden centers to buy marigold plants. However, once you realize that starting marigold seedlings at home makes more sense when you…
Homegrown vegetables are amazing, but sometimes the growing season doesn’t allow it. That’s when you need to start seeds indoors. Here are some DIY grow light shelves for you to make for starting your own seeds. In order to get a jump start on your gardening season, seed starting is necessary. However, starting seeds with…
When the cold snaps and shorter days are ending, the excitement of the gardening season is at full force. Here are spring vegetables to plant when you are ready to get going on that growing season! Here on our homestead, it’s time to start our spring garden. Spring crops involve cool-season vegetables that are a…