Stonybrook farm and homestead
Seed Starting Timelines by Region
Not all gardens start at the same time — and that’s where a lot of people mess up seed starting. Timing depends heavily on your region, last frost date, and how aggressive your growing season is. Southern growers are already moving, mid-Atlantic folks should be prepping now, and northern climates still have a little patience left before indoor seed trays kick off. Starting too early leads to weak plants. Too late means smaller harvests. Know your zone. Know your frost date. Then start smart.
GARDEN
5/8/20241 min read
Fresh herbs shouldn’t be seasonal — and honestly, most indoor growing failures come down to using the wrong setup. The right herbs plus a few smart tools make indoor growing easy, productive, and surprisingly low maintenance. Below you’ll find the herbs that reliably grow indoors year-round, what they really need to thrive, and the gear that actually improves results (not the gimmicks).
Why Grow Culinary Herbs Indoors Year-Round
Cost savings vs store herbs
Flavor + convenience
Control over chemicals/pesticides
Best performers indoors:
Basil
Mint
Parsley
Chives
Thyme
Oregano
Herbs that struggle indoors:
Dill
Cilantro (bolts fast)
Rosemary (needs strong light)