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Seed Starting: Which seeds to start indoors now for planting in the garden the second half of February.
Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros

Seed Starting: Which seeds to start indoors now for planting in the garden the second half of February.

Get a head start on your spring garden! 🌱 Certain blooms, like cosmos, foxglove, and strawflower, thrive when started indoors now and planted out in late February. Not into seed starting? Mark your calendar for our February 22 plant sale at the farm!

For expert timing, grab The Cut Flower Confidence Calendar—your go-to guide for seed starting success.

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What I Wish I was Planting right now: filling the calendar for NEXT fall
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What I Wish I was Planting right now: filling the calendar for NEXT fall

Thinking ahead to next fall? So are we! This week's garden journal dives into the seeds I wish I had started this summer and the plants I’m planning for Fall 2025. If you love zinnias, marigolds, sunflowers, and more, now’s the time to plan ahead. Plus, email subscribers get a 24-hour head start on our pre-chilled bulb sale!

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what do I need to grow this fall?
Planting How-Tos, Corms, Bulbs Alexandra Lekometros Planting How-Tos, Corms, Bulbs Alexandra Lekometros

what do I need to grow this fall?

Ready to grow a stunning fall garden? 🌿 My Grow Along is a 6-month guided course (September–February) where I’ll walk you through every step of growing beautiful blooms. Plus, a planting calendar is coming soon to help you time everything perfectly! Want extra support? Join our live group chat for real-time coaching. Let’s grow together!

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 hardening off seedlings
Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros

hardening off seedlings

Hardening off your seedlings is the key to strong, healthy plants! 🌱 This step-by-step guide will help you transition indoor-grown seedlings to their outdoor home, ensuring they thrive in the garden. Plus, find out which flowers can be direct sown—no indoor care needed!

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What Can I Grow This Fall
Planting How-Tos, Bulbs, Corms Alexandra Lekometros Planting How-Tos, Bulbs, Corms Alexandra Lekometros

What Can I Grow This Fall

Dreaming of cooler temps and a garden full of blooms? 🌸 Now’s the time to start planning your fall planting! This week, we’re diving into the best flowers to plant now for gorgeous blooms from January to April. From ranunculus to tulips, here’s everything you need to know to get started.

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Seed Starting
Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros Planting How-Tos Alexandra Lekometros

Seed Starting

Think it's too late to plant flowers? Think again! 🌸 This week’s FAQ Friday is all about seed starting—and the flowers you can still plant now for beautiful late-summer and fall blooms. Learn how to read days to maturity on seed packets and discover which flowers (like zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers) thrive when direct sown. Get all the details so you can enjoy a garden full of color before the season ends!

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