Why Are Onion Seedlings Falling Over? (& What to Do)

Why Are Onion Seedlings Falling Over? (& What to Do)

ByAdriana Sim

Onions are very sturdy vegetables. I would say they’re almost indestructible. Their roots are wiry and strong, built to withstand drought, overwatering, cold, and all kinds of environmental stressors.
Growing onions from seed may take a long time, but it’s worth it because it’s so easy. These little seedlings will survive neglect or overwatering, so they’re perfect for beginner gardeners. However, some gardeners panic when growing onion seedlings for the first time, because they have a tendency to flop over.

Purple Leaves and Stems on Tomato Seedlings – Cause & Fix

Purple Leaves and Stems on Tomato Seedlings – Cause & Fix

ByAdriana Sim

Ever since I switched to growing tomato seedlings indoors, under grow lights, I’ve noticed something strange happen to my tomato seedlings: they’re often turning purple. This has happened to my tomato seedlings at various stages of their growth, and even though it didn’t have serious consequences, it made me want to investigate.

All About Dibbers: How to Choose One & How to Use It

All About Dibbers: How to Choose One & How to Use It

ByAdriana Sim

If you’re new to gardening, you’ve probably seen a dibber in YouTube videos or various resources online. This simple hand tool is essentially a stick used to poke holes when transplanting seedling plugs outside, or when sowing bigger seeds or smaller bulbs. While sowing seeds doesn’t necessarily need a dibber, creating the perfect-sized hole for…

Sowing Small Seeds Efficiently: 6 Clever Tricks

Sowing Small Seeds Efficiently: 6 Clever Tricks

BySarah Collie

Some of our favorite plants come from the smallest seeds. Arugula, basil, carrot, and poppy are just a few varieties of seed small enough to make us question our gardening choices. The biggest problem with sowing small seeds is thinning all the extra seedlings – but there are ways to spread them out. There’s no way…

5 Problems With Starting Your Seeds Too Early

5 Problems With Starting Your Seeds Too Early

BySarah Collie

It’s February, and the seed catalogs are here. Actually, they’ve been rolling in since last fall, tantalizing gardeners with gorgeous pictures of heirloom flowers and vegetables. But as tempting as it is to go ahead and start our seeds a little early, starting seeds too soon has disastrous consequences. Seeds started too early tend to…