Spring arrives March 20 — 58 days from today, and as you see, I’m eagerly counting the days! My seed catalogs, dog-eared and worn, have been perused intensely since the first of the year; seed orders ...

This month is ideal for sowing seeds indoors. While it may be too early for sowing tomato seeds, you can stay busy sowing seeds of the onion family (leek and onion), culinary herbs (chives ...

Ask the Gardener offers tips on lighting, the proper soil mix, and watering to ensure your plants get off to their early and best start.

While there are many types of seeds that can be started inside, here are just a few plants that grow well with indoor sowing: Nightshades, including peppers, eggplants, and tomatoes. Brassicas ...

Tomatoes are another great candidate for ... These summer blooms need warmth and light to germinate, so sow their seeds indoors now. They’ll reward you with vibrant displays once the warmer ...

Whether I am growing tried-and-true favorites or trying out a new variety of tomato ... seeds indoors during late winter and early spring. Here are some things to watch out for once you sow ...