Start planting tomato seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost late January to March for most U.S. gardeners. For warm climates like USDA Zones 9–10, direct sowing outdoors in February or early March also works. Tomatoes need consistent soil temperatures of 65–85°F to germinate well, and air temps above 55°F at […]
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To plant Bermuda grass seed successfully, aim for late spring to early summer typically between April and June once soil temperatures consistently stay above 65°F usually when daytime temps hit 85°F or more. I always prefer seed over sod for budget and flexibility, especially in large lawns, though sod offers quicker results if you’re in
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The best time to plant grass seed is early fall for cool-season grasses and late spring for warm-season varieties like Bermuda. If you’re planting cool-season grass (like fescue, ryegrass, or Kentucky bluegrass), aim for September to early October, when the soil consistently stays between 50°F and 65°F. If you’re growing warm-season grass (like Bermuda or
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The best gardening activities for preschoolers are simple, sensory-rich, and hands-on like planting sunflower seeds, making a mini herb garden, or painting garden pots. If you’re exploring a gardening theme for preschoolers at home or in the classroom, start with nature walks, soil play, or growing fast-sprouting seeds like beans in a jar. Want planting
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