Potting Up Seedlings: What, Why, When & How
If you started plants from seed, chances are you will need to pot up the baby seedlings before they get transplanted into the garden. Maybe even twice! Your individual potting up needs and timing will vary. It will depend on the…
How to Choose the Best Seedlings at the Nursery
Are you getting ready to plant your garden, but not feeling quite prepared to make the jump and grow everything from seed? Did the season creep up on you, and now it’s too late to start from seed, even though you…
Hardening Off Seedlings to Prevent Transplant Shock
So you have a bunch of seedlings that need to be planted outside soon, huh? Well congrats on successfully starting seeds and raising new babies! But hold tight! Do not take your seedlings and plop them down outside without a proper…
How & Why to Feed Seedlings Seaweed Extract
If your new baby seedlings are a few weeks old now, it may be about time to feed them for the first time! Let me show you how we feed our seedlings using seaweed extract to keep them healthy and strong.…
15 Mistakes to Avoid in the Garden
Every βmistakeβ made in the garden is a learning opportunity! While encountering challenges and stumbling over little pitfalls can be very frustrating, it is also one of the best ways to adapt and improve. Whether youβre new to gardening or have…
How to Thin Seedlings (& Get Microgreens!)
Have you planted all your garden seeds, and now they're starting to sprout? Thatβs excellent! This also means it will be time to thin them soon. As painful as it may be, it is best to thin your seedlings down to…
12 Places to Buy Organic, Heirloom, & Non-GMO Garden Seeds
Where should I buy seeds, you ask? Letβs go over some of the options out there! I will particularly focus on those companies that provide certified non-GMO and organic options, since that is a high priority for us on this homestead.…
Seed Starting 101: How to Sow Seeds Indoors
So, youβre thinking of starting some seeds, are you? Good for you! This article will go over everything you need to know to feel comfortable and confident in starting seeds indoors or in a greenhouse, including the supplies youβll need, tips…
