Do you want to grow cut flowers from seed this year, but aren’t quite sure what supplies you actually need? Starting cut flower seeds indoors is one of the best ways to get a healthy jump on the growing season, and having the right tools makes the process much smoother. Living in the Pacific Northwest…
Did you know a simple garden technique can create fuller, bushier plants, more blooms, and longer cut flower stems? It’s called “pinching” cut flower plants. In this post, I will guide you through this process, explain why it’s important, and more. A cut flower garden is a beautiful way to bring color and life into…
Thinking about growing sunflowers from seed in your garden this summer? This easy-to-follow guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from picking the right kinds of sunflowers to planting, caring for them, and even harvesting. There’s just something about sunflowers that feels like pure summer. Their tall stems and bright, happy faces…
Have you ever wondered when and how to transplant your flower seedlings into the garden?If you’re new to gardening, or even if you’ve been doing it for a while, knowing the right way to move your young plants into the ground is key. This beginner-friendly guide covers everything you need to know to ensure your…
Did you know that seedlings and young plants need time to adjust to the outdoors before being planted in the garden? In this post, I’ll walk you through the hardening-off process and share how to help your plant seedlings make a smooth transition from indoors to outside. Hardening off is the process of gradually introducing…
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…