Seed starting supplies

How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors: A Step-by-Step Guide for Zone 9 Gardeners

How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors: A Step-by-Step Guide for Zone 9 Gardeners

BySouthernSoilSunshine

Are you wondering WHY seed starting is a great decision? Check out our article, 10 Compelling Reasons to Start Seeds Indoors in 2025, to get answers and inspiration!!! Tomatoes are the crown jewel of the garden, offering vibrant color, rich flavor, and endless culinary possibilities. Starting your own tomato seeds indoors is not only budget-friendly…

Indoor Seed Starting for Cool-Season Vegetables: How to Get a Head Start with Root Crops

Indoor Seed Starting for Cool-Season Vegetables: How to Get a Head Start with Root Crops

BySouthernSoilSunshine

Introduction Starting seeds indoors is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening. For cool-season crops like rutabaga, parsnips, and turnips, an early start indoors gives them the edge to thrive in your Zone 9 garden. These crops benefit from a controlled environment where you can nurture them from seed to healthy transplant, setting the…