All Growing Guides

Zinnias produce in 60-70 days and bloom until frost. Cut stems long, above a leaf node, and the plant produces more flowers.

Leggy seedlings are caused by not enough light. Move to stronger light or add a grow light 2-4 inches above plants. Rotate pots daily.

Kids stay interested when there's something happening every day. Fast crops, daily checks, and their own plants keep attention longer.

Zucchini produces in 50-55 days and can grow 3 feet wide. Plant one per 5-gallon pot or 3 feet apart in ground. Harvest at 6-8 inches to keep production going.

A kitchen herb garden needs 4-6 hours of light, 6-8 inch pots, and the right herbs. Basil, parsley, chives, and mint are the most forgiving.

Bitter lettuce is caused by heat, bolting, or inconsistent watering. Harvest in the morning and grow in cool weather for sweet lettuce.

North-facing balconies get indirect light only. Grow leafy greens and herbs. Fruiting plants like tomatoes need a grow light.

A pollinator garden needs nectar-rich flowers that bloom at different times. Zinnias, cosmos, sunflowers, and wildflowers are good choices.

Mint spreads by underground runners and takes over gardens. The only fix is growing it in containers.

Peppers stall when temperatures are below 65°F or above 90°F. They also need 6-8 hours of sun and consistent moisture.

Radishes grow leaves but no root when they're too crowded, too hot, or have too much nitrogen. Thin to 2 inches and plant in cool weather.

Purple seedling leaves usually mean cold stress or phosphorus deficiency. Move to 65-70°F and the purple fades in 1-2 weeks.

A seed packet tells you days to maturity, planting depth, spacing, sun requirements, and whether to start indoors.

Save seeds from open-pollinated varieties only. Let fruit fully mature, dry seeds completely, and store cool and dry.

Prune basil above a leaf node to trigger two new stems. Pinch flower buds to keep leaves coming.