Ready to break that green thumb back out?
These are the seeds to start now, so you’re ready for April planting.
Her top suggestions for vegetable enthusiasts include cool-season greens such askaleandlettuceforUSDA zones3-9, andbroccolifor zones 3-10.
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“I also recommend plantingzinniasandmarigolds, to enjoy colorful displays throughout summer and fall in zones 2-11.”
There are also a few seeds that need a little special attention.
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Leeks are susceptible to root damage and should be planted in separate containers.
And strawberries have astep-by-step processto follow when starting indoors.
“Strawberry seeds will need stratification, or exposing to the cold, before sowing,” Borisevich says.
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“To achieve that, fill a container with wet cotton pads and place the seeds in there.
Next, move the container into a fridge for two to three weeks.
Take it out and let it breathe daily.
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After two to three weeks, you’re able to sow the seeds.”
To encourage your seedlingsminus the sunshineshe recommends using agrow light.
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