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Close-up of a bed of growing onions that can be planted in February. The Cabernet onion produces slender, upright leaves that emerge from a bulbous base. The leaves are dark green and hollow, growing in tufts from the bulb, which is a deep red or purplish hue.

What Can I Plant in February?

Winter may not be over, but there is a lot you can plant before spring! February is the perfect time to direct sow cold-hardy greens and start warm-weather crops indoors. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into the best things to plant in February.

Seeds

20 Seeds You Can Direct Sow in Winter

Planting seeds in the winter allows you to get a jump on the growing season and avoid the work of transplanting. Join gardening expert Briana Yablonski as she shares 20 seeds you can direct sow in winter.

Close-up of a young clover cover crop growing along a wooden border in a garden. Young clover plants have small, delicate leaves that form a low-growing, dense mat near the soil surface. The leaves are trifoliate, with three leaflets per leaf. Clover plants, with their vibrant green color, not only lend a charming touch to landscapes but also offer cover valuable crop benefits.

Gardening Tips

Cover Crop Benefits: How Cover Cropping Works

Cover crops can dramatically reduce weed pressure, improve soil fertility, and protect your most valuable garden resource from blowing away in the off-season. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into how to reap these benefits.

Seeds

Seed-Starting Essentials: Supplies and Equipment for Successful Growing

Not sure what you need to get a successful head start on the gardening season this year? In this article, join gardening expert Logan Hailey as she shares her essential seed-starting supplies for gardeners of any level of experience.

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Start These 11 Seeds Indoors Now for a Thriving Spring Garden

Even if the weather is still dreary outside, there is a lot of opportunity for garden preparation indoors. Former organic farmer and garden expert Logan Hailey digs into the 11 best seeds to start NOW for an abundant early spring garden.

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17 Flowers to Start From Seed This February

Want to get a head start on your spring garden? February is an ideal time to plant from seed, depending on the last frost date in your region. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton shares her favorites for early sowing!

A billowing nasturtium plant with coral red flowers tumbles over a brick wall.

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15 Fast-Growing Annuals to Start From Seed

If you’re anxious to get your garden growing and blooming again as early as possible, go all out with these fast-growing annuals. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss as she shares the plants that will get you kicking off the growing season in Epic fashion.

A field of wildflowers in full bloom with a variety of colors, including red, yellow, purple, and blue. The tallest plants reach up to waist height, and the foliage is a lush green color. The ground is covered in a thick layer of green grass.

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When’s the Best Time to Plant Wildflowers from Seed?

If you’re dreaming of a colorful wildflower patch buzzing with pollinators, you may need to get a head start on planting. Garden expert Logan Hailey digs into the proper timing for wildflower seeding in the garden!

An elevated garden bed filled with flowers and lush shrubs. Colorful blooms create a stunning contrast against the greenery, forming a lively and picturesque display. A serene oasis of nature flourishing in a carefully tended home garden.

Gardening Tips

The Eight Basics of Landscape Design for a Beautiful Garden

Garden design brings a world of creative discovery where art meets nature and human connection. Designing your next garden is achievable, especially when you know the design basics to guide you in creating a space that’s inviting, practical, thriving, and reflective of your design style. Explore landscape design basics with garden designer Katherine Rowe to gather inspiration for your next beautiful garden.