The Pleasures of Growing from Seed
“Though I do not believe that a plant will spring up where no seed has been, I have great faith in a seed. Convince me that you have a seed there, and I am prepared to expect wonders.” —-Henry David Thoreau
There is a sense of wonder in growing vegetables and flowers from seed. When I bite into the first ear of corn or eat the first tomato or gather a bouquet of sweet peas I marvel at the miracle of seeds. From something so small and seemingly dead comes abundance and life. It is a profound mystery and a continual joy.
If you’ve not grown vegetables or flowers from seed consider the pleasures of that endeavor. You may enjoy reading the reflections and practical information from Ian Wilson at Portland Edible Gardens.
The Pleasures of Growing from Seed
Cauliflower and broccoli grown from seed.
Arugula is very easy to grow from seed and does well in a container. It’s almost a “can’t fail” venture and good for beginners. Seed to harvest is usually thirty days or less. I grow it year-round in my coastal garden.
Here are some other blogposts I’ve done on growing from seed: