How Do You Start Garden Seeds Inside?
Starting garden seeds inside allows you to grow a wider variety of plants in your garden by getting a head start on the growing season. Starting seeds indoors is also a great way to increase the productivity of your garden, help you save money at the grocery store and does not require a lot of space. Vegetable and flower seeds can be started indoors. Use simple containers such as plastic drinking cups, egg cartons or plant trays to start seeds. The container should be 2 to 4 inches deep. The containers need to have a drainage hole for water to flow out and into a tray to collect the water. Use a good quality potting soil. It should be sterile, free of weeds and able to drain well. Most seed-starting soils contain perlite, vermiculite and peat moss mixed with soil. Clean soil will help prevent fungus that can kill new seedlings. Place the dirt loosely in the tray leaving a 1/2 inch rim around the top. Decide on the plants you want to grow. Many people start seeds indoors of plants that
