Apr. 20—This story was originally published in March 2021. Seedling season is almost upon us. Because of the short growing season, many gardeners in Maine germinate seedlings indoors before ...

Without the perfect weather and growing conditions, caring for plants from seed to bloom or harvest isn’t easy. With a plant heating mat, you give your seeds the boost they need to germinate more ...

Seedling heat mats are an essential tool for home gardeners looking to jump-start their growing season. Starting seeds indoors a few weeks before transplanting them in the garden saves money and ...

Preparing outdoor plants for winter is at the top of the list for most gardeners, but don't overlook the importance of winter care for your houseplants. Although they are indoors, winter is a ...

My winter ritual of starting seeds indoors remains as important to me as ever, but the way I do it has changed. In the beginning, I used the time-honored method of putting trays of planted seeds on ...

Young tomato plants using the JumpStart seed starter,on display at North Haven Nursery in Dallas, on Jan 18, 2013. This 18-day-old tomato plant was grown in a peat pellet under a light at North Haven ...