Seed-starting guides · 94 crops
How to Start Seeds by Crop
Starting from seed saves money and opens up far more varieties. Pick a crop for when to start it indoors or sow it directly, germination conditions, and how to move seedlings to the garden.
Amaranth Greens
Anise Hyssop
Arugula
Asparagus
Basil
Beets
Bitter Melon
Black-Eyed Peas
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bok Choy
Borage
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Cardoon
Carrots
Cauliflower
Celery
Chamomile
Chayote
Chervil
Chives
Cilantro
Collard Greens
Corn Salad
Cucumbers
Dill
Edamame
Eggplant
Endive
Fava Beans
Fennel
Garlic
Globe Artichoke
Grapes
Green Beans
Green Onions
Ground Cherries
Horseradish
Kale
Kohlrabi
Lavender
Leeks
Lemon Balm
Lemongrass
Lettuce
Lima Beans
Lovage
Luffa Gourd
Malabar Spinach
Marjoram
Melons
Mint
Mustard Greens
New Zealand Spinach
Okra
Onions
Oregano
Parsley
Parsnips
Peanuts
Peas
Peppers
Popcorn
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Radicchio
Radishes
Raspberries
Rhubarb
Rosemary
Rutabaga
Sage
Shiso
Sorrel
Spinach
Stevia
Strawberries
Summer Savory
Summer Squash
Sunchokes
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Swiss Chard
Tarragon
Thyme
Tomatillos
Tomatoes
Turnips
Watercress
Watermelon
Winter Squash
Zucchini