Hardening off seedlings is one of the most important steps in helping young plants successfully transition from indoors to the garden. If your seedlings have been growing in the comfort of your home, greenhouse, or under grow lights, they need time to gradually adjust to outdoor sunlight, wind, and cooler temperatures before transplanting. This is…
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 planning to grow a cut flower garden this year? If so, now’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for spring and give it a fresh start. Preparing cut flower garden beds for spring is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a beautiful season of blooms. Before the…
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…