In case your seeds are filled with water, they will activate enzymes to start the germination process. So, the best seed starting mix for vegetables should have a good ability to retain moisture.

Since we’ve passed seed catalog season, it’s now time to get ready to start seeds indoors for some of the vegetables we plan to grow in our spring and summer gardens. For example, the Master ...

OK, it’s been cold out there. Wickedly cold. And even though a couple of weeks ago we could see some signs of life out in the garden, a snowdrop or hellebore bloom here or there, the recent ...

You can give your flower and vegetable garden a head start and save money by knowing how to germinate seeds. With the right amount of heat and moisture, starting seeds indoors is simple.

Before you start clicking around online to purchase seeds and supplies, have a budget in mind. I typically set mine to no more than $50. The three most important tools required for seed starting ...

We often end up with many seeds, some new ones we needed or wanted and perhaps a few duplicates of those we have left from past seasons. It is easy to overlook some of these as the indoor and outdoor ...

Many gardeners skip seed starting in favor of purchasing plants, often assuming the tools necessary for indoor sowing will be too expensive to make the project practical. However, you often can ...

Save money on plants by starting seeds indoors with grow lights, containers, and seed starting mix. Photo courtesy of MelindaMyers.com Now is the time when many of us are busy ordering seeds.

The East Texas Arboretum will host a Seed Starting Workshop on Saturday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. The 60- to 90-minute session is perfect for those looking to jumpstart their spring garden with expert tips ...

Experts say that many accounts, yes, it does. "By using seed starting mix for germination and the early stages of growth before transitioning to traditional potting soil as plants mature ...