While most gardeners start seeds in spring, winter sowing can allow you to plant vegetable, herb, and flower seeds a whole lot earlier. Not only does winter sowing extend the growing season and ...

Although many plants have gone dormant, the winter garden is still an active place. Birds are feasting on last season's seed heads, filling their bellies and dropping seeds all over the ground. These ...

Ever looked at your garden budget and wished you could stretch it a little further? Starting perennials from seed during winter is a clever way to fill your yard with blooms without breaking the bank.

With winter soon approaching, you might be looking for affordable and easy ways to start your seeds without doing a ton of work—that’s where winter sowing can come in. “Because this [winter sowing] is ...

What is winter sowing? I have heard a little about this and wonder if this would be something I might want to use in my gardening. I am looking into more effective ways to start seeds for spring ...

Starting seeds inside under lights isn’t the only way to get young plants growing ahead of our frost-free growing season. A lot of gardeners are discovering the little-known option of “winter-sowing,” ...

Save money and indoor space used for starting seeds indoors with winter sowing. This easy technique allows you to start transplants from seeds outdoors without a greenhouse or cold frame. Growing your ...

Q: I want to try winter sowing some native plant seeds. Is the process the same as for veggie seeds like kale and lettuce? A: Essentially, yes, though when to start sowing may depend on the species, ...

Winter weather is still in full swing here in the northern hemisphere, but that doesn't mean you can't begin planning for spring and summer blooms in your garden. February can be an excellent time to ...

Pictured are several different bumble bees on Joe Pye Weed. Robin Venezia will talk about the importance of planting a garden at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 at the Lunenburg Public Library. (COURTESY OF ...