Can you recommend some good sources for buying seeds and offer some tips for starting plants from seed?

摘要

Starting plants from seed, whether flowers, fruits, or vegetables, requires a little research. Some seeds will need an early start indoors; others can be sown directly in the garden. Most seed packets will provide you with all the information you need to have a successful season, as will the websites of many online purveyors. While I still enjoy receiving the odd seed catalogue or two by mail-Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds (rareseeds.com) is a favorite-I do most of my seed shopping online. Secret Seeds (secretseeds.com), a source in England, has a fascinating selection of rare and exotic seeds, including Goji berry and Foxglove 'Apricot Delight.' I also love Seeds from Italy (growitalian.com), a mail-order distributor that offers a wide range of vegetable seeds, including excellent Sicilian violet cauliflower.