When to Start · By Zone · Indoor & Outdoor
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost | Gives seedlings a head start |
| Use seed starting mix (not garden soil) | Lighter, sterile, better germination |
| Warmth for germination (70-75°F) | Most seeds need warmth to sprout |
| Light immediately after sprouting | Seedlings stretch and weaken without light |
| Harden off before transplanting | Gradually introduce to outdoors over 7-10 days |