Many seeds only require soil and water to sprout. Others, however, have a harder coating that makes germination a bit ...

Soaking seeds before planting them mimics the favorable growing conditions after a spring rain. Water is what wakes up many types of seeds and tells them it’s the right time to sprout. So do you need ...

The good news? You can get started now. One of the easiest, most rewarding ways is starting seeds indoors. It’s simple, ...

I would like to know more about how you start seeds in a window. You may be able to start seeds without additional artificial light if you have a south-facing window. Be sure to pull any shades or ...

Even if your yard still looks like February, you can give your garden an early boost. A few lights, a handful of seeds, and an hour of prep can bring spring a little closer, no matter what the ...

A plastic tote greenhouse is truly the easiest and cheapest way I've found to start seeds early in the season. As someone who hates to waste money and space on single-use gadgets (I'm looking at you, ...

If you are already plotting your garden, you are not alone. The right seed starting supplies make indoor growing easier. They also help you avoid sad, leggy seedlings. Even better, you can build a ...

As spring planning ramps up, home gardeners are being urged to hold off on ...

MUNCIE, Ind. – There has been a large push for native plants recently as they are often drought tolerant, grow well in our soil conditions, and provide better food source for native animals.