By Amy Grisak What are the best materials for starting seeds indoors? How do you give your seedlings the best chance for healthy growth? Our Home, Lawn, and Garden Expert, Amy Grisak, walks you through what you need to keep your seeds healthy and ready to plant outside come spring.Video TranscriptionGet Those Seeds Started in the SpringtimeThis is Amy from North 40 Outfitters, and today I'm going to give you some ideas on what you need to get those seeds started in the springtime. The days are getting longer and we all have our packets of seeds and we can't wait to get going, but you have to have a few supplies to make sure your little seedlings are going to be successful before you plant them in the garden this spring. Thankfully, we don't need a whole lot of supplies for starting seeds indoors, but to have some of the right tools is r...

Despite winter weather refusing to fully release its grip, it is time for some green in your lives by starting your vegetables, herbs, and flowers for the season. While there are fantastic plants at your fingertips in the greenhouse, starting your own allows you to choose varieties often not found on the greenhouse shelves, as well as simply enjoying new growth before the ground thaws. Starting your own seeds is a long process, particularly if you have a penchant for slower growing varieties such as basil, onions and peppers that need to be germinated 10-12 weeks before planting them outdoors, but it's not particularly difficult, nor does it require extensive equipment. At its simplest form, used yogurt containers with holes punched in the bottom set in a sunny window will suffice, or you can advance to a more elaborate set up w...

Anyone can cook on a pellet grill. And, anything can be cooked on a pellet grill. From grilling roasts to smoking BBQ, pellet grills are really easy to use and really easy to maintain. In our How to Pellet Grill Guide, you’ll learn how a pellet grill works and how to keep it clean. You’ll also learn what foods are great for cooking on a pellet grill and understand if it’s hard to clean up afterward. It’s easier than you think. Get ready to pick out your favorite pellets and get started. Easy to use, pellet grills use food-grade pellets made from hardwood sawdust to enhance the flavor of the food you're grilling. Simply, fill your pellet hopper that is attached to the grill with the pellets, and an auger feeds the burner at a rate depending on how hot you have set your grill on the digital control unit....