How soon should I start seeds?
It is March 18 in Northeast Pennsylvania. With temps 35-50. Sometimes 70. My basement temp is 40. I have a portable greenhouse. Should I begin seeds in the basement and move outside when warmer weather comes? Or wait and start outside in greenhouse?
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You can start now if there is plenty of sunlight in your basement We have a portable greenhouse and we have started our seeds too.
I live in the same area of Pennsylvania, and start seeds on a sunny windowsill. You won't be able to plant outside before late May.
Old garden rule "don't plant til after Mothers Day" start inside with lots of warm light; then in greenhouse after Mothers Day
Hi Carol - This is the ultimate and super easy step-by-step guide to determine your plant hardiness zone, your frost dates, and also when to start planting indoors and outdoors. Plus lots of great resources. Hope this helps and happy gardening! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/sow-and-plant-seeds/