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Starting Seeds Indoors

Start seeds in a greenhouse to: Save money. Seeds cost less than plants. Grow special varieties that are only available as seeds. Or use seeds you saved. Extend the growing season. Time your ...

Planting Swiss Chard in Trays

Growers will learn how and when to start planting swiss chard seeds in trays inside a greenhouse. A how-to guide with audio by Global Growers Network. ...

How to Use a Seedling Heat Mat to Start Seeds

A seedling heat mat is a waterproof plastic mat. It heats your soil by about 10-20°F or 6-11°C warmer than the air temperature. It keeps the soil at a constant temperature and helps the seeds ger...

Start Lots of Seeds in Slot Trays

You can use slot trays to start lots of seeds in a small space. Do this when space is limited, seed is old, germination rate is low, or seed is too small to handle. A how-to guide with audio...

How to Prepare a Walk-Behind Seeder

A walk-behind seeder is easy to use and to maintain. You save time seeding compared to planting by hand, and get more consistent spacing. A how-to guide by LSI Global Greens. ...

Seeding with a Walk-Behind Seeder

Learn how to plant seeds with a walk-behind seeder. A how-to guide by LSI Global Greens. ...

Direct Seeding Outdoors

Learn which crops to start outdoors and how to plant the seeds successfully. A how-to  by Terry Allan, Mateso Buluma, and Zoe Orr – IRC Charlottesville. ...

How to seed cover crop with a Broadcast Seeder

Learn how to use a Broadcast Seeder to seed cover crop. A how-to guide by LSI Global Greens. ...

Planting Fall-Seeded Perennials – Part 1 Selecting Seeds

This 3-part series will show one way to grow perennial plants from seeds. Learn how to select seeds for outdoor fall planting. A how-to guide by Katie Painter, ISED Solutions. ...

Planting Fall-Seeded Perennials – Part 2 Seeding Perennials

This 3-part series will show one way to grow perennial plants from seeds. A how-to guide by Katie Painter, ISED Solutions. ...

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