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Starting seeds indoors? That soil choice really matters. Regular potting soil is great for outdoor pots and raised beds, but it’s just too heavy for little seeds getting started. Those tiny roots need a lighter, fluffier mix. That’s why we use Pro-Mix and Baccto—they’re trusted standards in the nursery world. If you’ve got several garden projects planned this season, picking up a bale will have you set from the start. See you at Quinn’s 🌱💚

Hi friends! Happy Seedling Saturday! 🌱💚 Today I’m sharing my 4 go-to essentials that make starting plants from seed manageable and boost success. These are the things I rely on every season! 1️⃣ A dedicated grow station — Skip the windowsill if you can. A simple shelf or baker’s rack with grow lights (I zip-tie mine on) and heat mats underneath gives consistent warmth + light. It’s the easiest way to care for seedlings, get great germination, and avoid those leggy disasters! 2️⃣ Clean, sterilized seed trays — Invest in good reusable trays you can wash season after season. I run mine through the dishwasher at the end of each growing season to kill off pathogens and fungus gnat larvae. (I’ve tried soil blocks and paper grids too, but for ease and reuse, quality trays win for me!) 3️⃣ A solid organic seed-starting mix — I use a high-quality base and tweak it: 9 parts seed starting mix + 1 part worm castings (for gentle nutrients) + about 1 teaspoon BT granules to prevent fungus gnats before they start. Healthy soil = happy seedlings! 4️⃣ Read the seed packet! Knowledge is power. Most packets tell you exactly what the seeds need—light or darkness for germination, depth, temps, etc. The more you learn about each plant (native habits, warm vs. cool season, light needs), the better your results get. Until next week… happy growing, friends! 🌿✨ Drop your favorite seed-starting tip below—I’d love to hear it! #SeedlingSaturday #SeedStarting #GrowFromSeed #IndoorGardening #GardeningTips

Spring seed starting mix is here! Our epic soil blend is expertly curated to help seedlings thrive—because great gardens start with great soil. Can also be used as potting mix. Contains: Peat Moss Just Coir Compost Mix Vermiculite Blood Meal Humate Azomite Order online farmmatch.com/haderliefarms #soilmix #Compost

🌱✨ Seed Starting Season Is HERE! ✨🌱 It’s officially time to get our seeds started — and every year we experiment with different methods! We’ve tried: ❄️ Winter sowing 🥛 Milk jugs outdoors 🐌 The trending “snail” method 🌱 And good old-fashioned seed trays And honestly? Seed trays + heat mats + grow lights are still our favorite way to kick off the season 🙌 We’ve mapped out everything we want to grow this year for the most optimized harvest possible. We may be starting slightly later than usual, but we’re right on track! Here’s what we’re starting in Phase 1: • Loofah • Onions • Broccoli • Brussels Sprouts • Lettuce • Eggplant • A HUGE variety of sweet & hot peppers 🌶️ • Asparagus (expanding our current patch!) • Carrots • Beets Gardening is truly a hobby we love. Every year is an experiment — some crops thrive, some humble us — but we always give it our best for a great season 🌿 👇 Tell us: Are you starting seeds indoors this year? What’s the FIRST thing you’re planting? #SeedStarting #VegetableGarden #GardenLife #GrowYourOwnFood #HomeGarden

Growing your own plants from seed lets you create incredibly strong and healthy transplants that are ready to grow like crazy when you plant them outdoors— with minimal costs! That seed starting process begins with planting the seeds in the best soil possible. Your seed starting soil needs to be light and fluffy while carrying a high nutrient content to support plant growth from seed to transplant. This Saturday, at my seed starting workshop, I’ll share all my tips and tricks including my recipe for building soil to start the seeds in, knowing when to start different plants and how to grow them successfully! There are only three spots still open for the workshop. Comment SEEDS and I’ll send you the link to register.

Starting seeds for the first time? We’re here to clear up any confusion! 🌱 These are the 5 essential seed-starting questions every beginner asks and we’re breaking them all down with expert tips from our resident master gardener, @fromdreamtoseed 1. Do I need seed starting mix, or can I use potting mix 2. What size container should I start my seeds in? 3. Do I need a heat mat? 4. Are grow lights really necessary? 5. How often should I water? Seed starting can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right foundation (and the right soil), you’ll set yourself up for strong, healthy plants all season long! Watch all the way through to make sure you don’t miss a single tip. Then save this video for later and drop your seed-starting questions in the comments below. 🌿 #organicgardener #seedstarting #seedstartingtips

Seed starting made EASY 🌱✨ Starting seeds indoors doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow these simple steps for strong roots and happy sprouts: ✔️ Sift potting mix to fluff soil → healthier roots ✔️ Pre-moisten soil → avoids dry, hydrophobic soil ✔️ Tap trays gently → removes air pockets and improves seed-to-soil contact ✔️ Use a humidity cover → regulates heat and moisture (remove after germination!) 👉Pro-tip: start seeds in aluminum lasagne trays that come with lids! Bonus Tips 🌿 • Bottom water cells for best results 💦 • Bottom heat works great for warm-weather plants like tomatoes, peppers & cucumbers 🌞 • Lightly cover seeds with soil (bigger seeds = plant deeper) 💡 Want more seed-starting tips? Comment “Guide” for the link to my FREE Seed Starting Guide with seeds starting recommendations by zone and frost date. 🌸Erin

🌱 What to Plant This Weekend (By Zone) Here’s a quick breakdown of what you can start right now based on your growing zone! Zones 3–5 Start indoors: onions, leeks, celery, parsley, thyme, oregano, pansies, violas, snapdragons Zones 6–7 Start indoors: onions, leeks, celery, parsley, thyme, oregano, lettuce, kale, broccoli, pansies, violas, snapdragons Zones 8–9 Start indoors: tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, basil, broccoli, cabbage, pansies & violas, snapdragons, petunias Outdoors (weather permitting): peas, spinach, lettuce, sweet peas, pansies & violas Zone 10+ Outdoors: tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cucumbers, squash, beans, lettuce, radishes, basil, parsley, cilantro, petunias, calendula, nasturtiums, cosmos 🌱 Important note: Planting dates can vary by location even within the same zone. For exact planting dates based on your specific location, download our Seed to Spoon app - it does the date math for you so you don’t have to! Save this post for later & happy planting! #parkseed #letsgrowsomethinggood #seedstarting #gardentips #gardenplanning

🎉 IT’S HERE, IT’S HERE! 🎉 Y’all have been asking me for YEARS, and this season I decided to make this available to all: The Guide to Seed Starting 👩🏼‍🌾 When You Enroll, You Get Access To: 🌱 The Mastering Seed Starting Mini Course: Step-by-step instruction covering seed selection, indoor seed starting, seedling care, and successful transplanting. 🌱 My Seed Starting Guides: Detailed guides for the vegetables, herbs, and flowers I grow—developed through years of hands-on experience and trial and error. Printable Resources Easy-to-use printables you can keep in your garden, greenhouse, or a dedicated binder for quick reference. 🌱 My Personal Seed Starting Calendar: A proven calendar based on growing zones 8a & 8b, with clear instructions on how to adjust timing for your own frost dates. 🌱 Seed Starting Record Log: A reusable tracking tool to help you document what you plant, when you plant it, and how it performs—so each season gets better. I am so thrilled and excited to give y’all this resource & cannot wait for y’all to have thriving gardens we can share together 👩🏼‍🌾 Check the link in the bio for purchase! #gardening #growyourownfood #organic #homestead #garden

🌱 What to Plant This Weekend (By Zone) Here’s a quick breakdown of what you can start right now based on your growing zone! Zones 3–5 Start indoors: onions, leeks, celery, parsley, thyme, oregano, pansies, violas, snapdragons Zones 6–7 Start indoors: onions, leeks, celery, parsley, thyme, oregano, lettuce, kale, broccoli, pansies, violas, snapdragons Zones 8–9 Start indoors: tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, basil, broccoli, cabbage, pansies & violas, snapdragons, petunias Outdoors (weather permitting): peas, spinach, lettuce, sweet peas, pansies & violas Zone 10+ Outdoors: tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cucumbers, squash, beans, lettuce, radishes, basil, parsley, cilantro, petunias, calendula, nasturtiums, cosmos 🌱 Important note: Planting dates can vary by location even within the same zone. For exact planting dates based on your specific location, download our Seed to Spoon app - it does the date math for you so you don’t have to! Save this post for later & happy planting! #parkseed #letsgrowsomethinggood #seedstarting #gardentips #gardenplanning

🚨 Seed-Starting Solutions! 🚨 Are your seedlings off to a rough start? 🌿 Most seed-starting problems are fixable. Once you know what to look for, most problems are easy to fix! ❤️ Save this to reference all seed-starting season! ‼️ Leggy seedlings? → Not enough light ✅ Move grow lights 2–4 inches above seedlings, use a fan to strengthen stems, and repot deeper for support. ‼️ Slow or no germination? → Soil too cold or old seeds ✅ Use a heat mat (most seeds: 70–85°F) and check the “packed for” date on seed packets. ‼️ Purple stems? → Cold temps or limited phosphorus uptake (purple stems can be normal for some varieties) ✅ Keep temperatures stable and, if needed, use bone meal or a balanced fertilizer. ‼️ Yellow leaves? → Nitrogen deficiency or overwatering ✅ Let soil dry slightly between watering and feed with diluted fish emulsion or compost tea. ‼️ Small or distorted leaves? → Micronutrient imbalance or pests ✅ Use seaweed fertilizer and check closely for aphids or thrips. ‼️ Brown or yellow spots? → Inconsistent watering, poor airflow, or nutrient issues ✅ Improve airflow and drainage, keep soil evenly moist, and add an organic calcium source if needed. ‼️ Mold on soil? → Too much moisture + poor airflow ✅ Use a fan, bottom-water, and lightly sprinkle vermiculite on the surface. ‼️ Seedlings falling over? → Damping-off disease (from excess moisture) ✅ Improve airflow, avoid overwatering, and always use sterile seed-starting mix. ‼️ Leaves turning white? → Light shock or sunburn ✅ Make sure leaves aren’t touching grow lights and harden off seedlings gradually. ‼️ Curling or wilting leaves? → Underwatering, heat stress, or nutrient imbalance ✅ Water consistently and use a balanced fertilizer. 💫Follow along for more gardening support all season long! ****************** #seedstarting #startingseeds #garden

If your seedlings suddenly collapse and die at the soil line, it’s not bad soil - it’s damping off. Learn what REALLY causes it and the one change you can make to stop it. ⠀ 👉🏻 Want help growing seedlings? Join my live class by clicking the link in my story (or in my CLASS highlights): https://success.gardenerscoach.com/seed-starting-workshop ⠀ Thanks for being here! ❤️ ⠀ #TheUpBeetGardener #Seedstarting #TUGSeedstartingclass