Growing plants from seeds is fun and inexpensive, but you need to provide young seedlings with appropriate sunlight to grow into strong plants. How much light do seedlings need to grow and thrive?

Indy Officinalis talks starting seeds indoors with grow lights. She troubleshoots stunted seedlings, shares when to put light on germinated seeds, and more! In Episode 202 of Mother Earth News and ...

Let your grow lights shine on your indoor gardens this fall. Here’s how you can use, choose and shop for the best grow lights. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, farming, ...

There's nothing more discouraging for gardeners than precious seeds and seedlings failing to grow into strong, healthy plants. For those new to gardening, take comfort – even the most seasoned ...

Gardeners pass the winter months spending more time inside, giving our minds and hands projects that keep us thinking green thoughts. This is especially helpful when the dormant garden stares back at ...

Over the next few weeks, gardeners everywhere will take on the challenge of starting their own seeds. Whether it’s sowing seeds of your favorite heirloom tomato variety, planting herb seeds, or ...

Ever looked at your garden budget and wished you could stretch it a little further? Starting perennials from seed during ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — DO plant in seed starting mix, not natural soil. As a general rule, go for a loose well-draining soil or seed starting mix when planting seeds. You want it to be able to hold ...

Growing vegetables from seed is a great way to save money and cultivate a wider variety of flavors in your garden. Peter Krumhardt Growing vegetables from seed for beginners is a rewarding project.

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — When planning your flower garden in Zone 4 of Minnesota, it’s essential to know when to start your seeds indoors. Here’s a guide — grouped by planting date — to help you ...

Whether you’re just starting your indoor garden or you’re looking to resurrect neglected houseplants, a good grow light can help. We know plants need sunlight, water and soil to thrive, but sometimes ...