"Unleash Your Green Thumb: Seed-starting, The Easiest Seeds to Start This Year"

Many people feel that others that grow things in nature well are born with green thumbs, but I don't agree a "Green Thumb with time patience and education is cultivated!

Pictured: Okra, Mexican Sunflower, Opal Basil, Zinna Background Luffa

For new gardeners or beginning gardeners that may need to build their confidence I suggest you cultivate your green thumb and build your confidence simultaneously. The best way in my opinion to to build both is by starting with some simple seeds that are easy to grow. Once you see how easy it can be to grow more simple and quick growing seeds then you can build your confidence to try your hand at growing more complex plants. Keep reading to see Which seeds to grow to build confidence and to cultivate your, "Green Thumb".

To start on your journey of unleashing your green thumb start by choosing what you will actually use from the group of easy to grow items. This list is based off of my experience and opinion feel free to search deeper for more.

Herbs

Cilantro

Basil

Dill

Sage

Chamomile

Lemon Balm

Vegetables

Beans

Bok Choy

Broccoli

Cucumber

Lettuce

Peppers

Pumpkin

Spinach (Best sown directly in garden)

Squash

Cherry Tomato

Flowers

Calendula

Cosmo

Marigold

Nasturtium

Mexican Sunflower

Morning Glories

Straw flower

Sunflower (Traditional)

Zinnia

Most seed packets will give you guidance on how and when to plant the seeds. This is not always the case, some companies will refer you back to their website and for other the information is just a search engine away. If starting early which is highly recommended if you have a shorter growing season the suggestion is usually 4 to 6 weeks before you last frost date.

"Most seed packets will give you information on how and when to plant the seed." – N.R.

Frost Dates

The information on frost dates is based off of years of data so it's usually pretty reliable. Keep in mind like myself some have micro-climates that are naturally occurring or that they created so you can't always compare your growing conditions to others even if they are in the same growing zones.

Spacing

I could write and entire dissertation on plant spacing based off of all of the studies that are out there. The simplest common sense solution is usually the tried and true way. Space just like anything plants need space to grow to be it's best self. There are many techniques and opinions on spacing so I won't dive into that rabbit hole. Take the time to research it and remember to note it in your gardening journal that can be ordered here or your gardening notebook whichever you use.

A Note of Encouragement

In closing a simple reminder seeds that are easy to start germinate easily, don't have to a must have temperature standard and aren't temperamental when being handled. Choose to grow things that you will actually use and start early when planning your garden so things can go as seamless as possible. Don't forget you can get my Garden Journal Template Here! Check Out My Favorite Seed that I offer here and Check out my seed starting Storefront here it will give you a place to start shopping seed starting supplies.

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P.S. Let me know in the comments what you plan on starting.