Growing snapdragons from seed indoors is one of my favorite ways to get a jumpstart on the flower garden season. There’s something so hopeful about sowing those tiny seeds while it’s chilly (and rainy in the PNW) outside, knowing they’ll be some of the first blooms to brighten the garden. Starting snapdragons indoors gives you…
Dreaming of armfuls of fragrant sweet peas and early summer? The secret starts months earlier…indoors. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to grow sweet peas from seed indoors, when to start them before your last frost, and how to raise strong seedlings ready for the garden. I’ve been starting sweet peas inside for…
Growing a cut flower garden doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’re looking for easy flowers to grow from seed indoors, this list is a great place to start, especially if you want beautiful blooms without feeling overwhelmed. Starting flowers from seed is one of the most satisfying parts of gardening. Watching tiny seedlings grow…
Are you unsure if your old flower seeds from last year can still be sown? If you’re wondering how long old seeds will last, this post will help determine flower seed viability. Older seeds become less viable over the years, but most will likely germinate and grow even after a few years. Understanding the shelf…
Dreaming of a gorgeous cut flower garden but unsure where to begin? In this post, I’ll guide you through every step of planning a cut flower garden layout, from choosing the best flowers to grow and caring for them so that you can enjoy a garden bursting with blooms. Whenever I start planning my cut…
Did you know that strong winds and heavy rains can cause heavy damage to your tall plant’s beautiful blooms? Even heavy flowers can bend and break from their own weight if they’re not protected. I’ll show you the different ways to support your garden flowers to keep them from falling over. If you grow tall…