Seed Starting Mistakes You're Probably Making

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"Overall, the process of starting seeds indoors is pretty straightforward; you plant, water, and wait. But there are several seed-starting mistakes that can get in the way of growing your seeds into strong, healthy seedlings. Make sure to avoid the following common errors so you can turn those images of lush plants and bountiful harvests from seed catalogs into a reality in your garden."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

It is always a good thing to learn from the experts to avoid making the mistakes and risk failure.

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The Best Seed Catalogs to Request in 2026

 

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"I’ve gathered a list of the best seed catalogs you can order from this year (updated for the 2026 growing season). While all of these companies have online stores for easy shopping, the recommendations below, in particular, still offer print catalogs that promise to brighten up your mailbox all winter long."  Comment from Garden Betty

Always look forward to receiving my seed catalogs.

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Smart Tips for Buying Garden Seeds

 

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"When shopping for seeds, it's tempting to get caught up in possibilities and end up with seeds that don’t perform the way you hoped. Whether it's vegetables or flowers, annual or perennial seeds, rising costs and climate volatility impact your choices more than ever.

With some key tips and strategies, you can choose the right seeds to grow the garden of your dreams. Here are some tips to help you shop smarter when buying seeds."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

Growing your garden from seeds can be so satisfying.  You just have to know the needs of the plants you are growing if you want them to thrive and become healthy, beautiful plants.  The more information you know, the better off you will be.  You will spend less money in the long run.  Those plants you are growing from seeds you bought will become plants that produce seeds you can plant and not spend more money on.

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