How to Seed Start Perennials Indoor & Save A Lot of Money: Daisies, Coneflower, Columbine & Thyme

Here are 4 great perennial ground cover plants. These 4 are hardy and easy start and manage indoors but you can do this with so many perennials. Start them indoors and save yourself literally hundreds of dollars. Spend that money on seed starting supplies!
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[@AcornHillHomestead]

I bought your heirloom Rutger and Roma tomato seeds. They are doing so beautifully 5 weeks after seeding. They look so healthy! Thank you!

[@staciegulizia4144]

Thanks for this. I over-seeded my Shasta Daisies quite a bit. I wasn’t sure if I need to thin them out or just wait and divide them when I pot them up. I’m so glad you showed that process.

[@joyismine555]

I appreciate your teaching and thorough instruction, Gary.

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[@wendysgarden4283]

I appreciate how much seed-starting you do to have various size plants for the videos. Most of us get December and January off, but you're working hours on prepping for these videos. Again, I've followed your advice 100% and had nothing but success. It's fun when it all works!

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[@stevieb6173]

excellent , never thought about growing in singular pots and then dividing once, and then again , absolutely fab idea

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Many plants do fine like that and you save space. Please check out The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop for all your gardening needs at www.therustedgarden.com & Please Ring the Bell (next to subscribe) to get immediate real-time video notifications. Thanks

[@khuff308h5]

I really injoy watching your videos. Do great work and explain things well. I’ve always been interested in growing vegetables in a garden and have always had something every year. My papa always had big gardens and grew a lot of stuff every year until he passed. Watching your videos have got me back into it more and really helped me out with seed starting indoors and all the ins and outs. Thanks for all your videos and good information.

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[@yolandafortune1082]

I have to say this tutorial is for me. Thank you for all of your videos. Now to watch the video. I know it’s going to be good. 💫y

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[@karlau1084]

Love your channel - newish subscriber so I'm still working on some of the older videos - but wanted to say that I received the seeds I bought from you - quick delivery, good packaging, nice amount of seeds per packet. Looking forward to growing them this year. Your matter of fact, but encouraging tone combined with your clear "how to" makes the learning easy and makes it seem possible for me to achieve great results, too (the bulk method of planting tomatoes has revolutionized my spring planting craziness!). Thanks so much!

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[@stephenluna7932]

once again thank you for doing these flower videos i learned what I was doing wrong

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[@docriordan7787]

Great timing, my next seed start was my wife's flowers and I was going to plant them wrong. I was going to use a 72 cell flat and have 2 seeds per like most veggies but now I have been enlightened, thanks Gary!

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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i love this channel!! you have helped me so much

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[@MellisaDormoy]

Fantastic!! I'm excited to start! Thank you for such a great video!

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[@joannenardoni17]

Last summer I was in Tahoe,California, I saw Shasta daisy’s that were 5 feet tall, true story, all over the entire town, so pretty!

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[@AshWP]

Gary, this is a super timely and helpful video for me! I really appreciate how “budget friendly” your methods are - it allows me to experiment more without feeling bad when some of the stuff doesn’t work out. I laughed when you said “they won’t even notice they have been torn”. Btw, I have a page in my garden log called “Gary-isms” where I add important teachings from you. “No need to be gentle” from this video is going to make it there. My favorite one is “Pests & Diseases are not your fault” (especially because my first-year garden was ravaged with both this year and I was blaming myself for all of it). Thank you as always for sharing your knowledge!

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[@bobbyanderson8230]

Awesome- thanks

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[@dawns1666]

Waiting for my dahlia delivery! You inspired me to give them a try in Wisconsin 🤞it works out.

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[@sweetvdveen]

Nice 👍

[@dawnmorning]

Great video.

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[@MaiseyloveLifestyle]

Same as me starting plant this month.nice videos.new youtuber here

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[@jackrudden5970]

I went to the dollar store of 175 next to Ollie’s in I think laurel and they had a huge rack of seeds. 4 for a dollar. And so I got a bunch of flowers. Also picked up a knock off version of the green stalk tower garden. I’ll probably put strawberries in those.

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[@Bandaid17]

I love your channel and have been watching for some time. Will these perennials bloom this year?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Yep. Last year they all bloomed. This year they will be at their best. Coreoopsis is a good one too. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

You definitely have a gift for growing plants! I tried starting flowers last year and most of them never germinated. I hope I can have more success this year. I wonder why you used seed starting mix when you transplanted? Don’t the seedlings need more nutrients than that?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I feed them with water soluble fertilizers. And I put worm casting in my starting mix. When the go outside and I pot them up, I use bagged potting soil and amend that too. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@NhH-zu8lv]

Thank you Gary for all your helpful videos. You’ve really inspired me! :) can I start annuals this time of year indoors as well? (Snapdragon, zinnias..) I’m in a zone 5. ThNks

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Its early for annuals as the like no frost. About 4-6 weeks before you would plant them outside. GOod luck. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@ecnopeponce2780]

Are there any issues with the aluminum leaking into reservoir.

[@carlross555]

Gary I have been following you for years I have a quick question I live in Northeast Ohio when should I start my plants inside I really would appreciate you getting back to me God bless thank you

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Thanks so much. So it varies but I just did a video on it. Generally speak 2 weeks after your last average frost date. You count backwards. Here is the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGjRhZ6Ff9ScgsU Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for your seeds, seed starting supplies, package seed deals, oils and my new LOGO'd journals and harvest bags. THANKS! I have coffee mugs too but shipping is SO MUCH for them. Working on that.

[@Sabrina-ud2fd]

Thank you for all these helpful videos! I do have a question. Do you bottom water with distilled water or can you use tap water?

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[@phungktk533]

What a great video! How many times can you divide the plants-2 to 4 times?

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Divide them once to pot up and again when putting them in the ground if you want. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@sallyhenry1716]

Great tip Gary! Can I do annuals like that also?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@janbarker6373]

Hi there, I just watched your video on managing fungal diseases. I always have powdery mildew on my zucchini and yellow crookneck squash each summer. Something was going wrong with my lilac leaves too last spring/summer. So I bought some cooper fungicide to use in my yard this year. My question is this, can I spray everything and soil too to prevent diseases when it gets nicer weather outside? I live in Northern Utah. Oh and my peonies get powder mildew too.

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[@tinacornett3013]

this may be an odd question... it's May in Middle TN and I would like to start the exact seeds that you have shown here in this video now, to plant in fall (fall is a great time to plant in the south)... do you think they will germinate? I know that some things have problems germinating when it's too warm, so should they be started inside? What would be too warm for germination? Thanks for the video....very informative!!

[@IneffableFoxy]

I'm in Kentucky and last year I germinated my perennial seedlings in a greenhouse (just a fan running to cool things off) in May and June and by fall they were ready for potting in individual 4"' pots. I overwintered them outdoors and they bloomed the following spring - good healthy plants.

[@idealdirecthomeimprovement1639]

Gary do you have to use a heat mat and a clear dome, to start the germination? ALso, do you fertilize the soil that you started the seeds in?

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[@plainjane3160]

What would you suggest for a ground cover at the base of my asparagus knowing that there won't be much sun down under there? Id rather grow something in and among the asparagus intentionally rather than have the space taken by weeds. Thanks as always for this invaluable content!

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[@dreyno64]

Gary...anybody: can u germinate in a high tunnel greenhouse? Is that enough light or should you alway germinate under grow lights?

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[@matthewahlberg4896]

Hi! I’m interested in giving this a try. How long should I wait from starting perennials indoors to planting them outside when they’ll have a strong root system?

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It varies greatly. 8-12 weeks sfter germination works. Please visit my seed and garden shop at www.therustedgarden.com for all your seeds, seed starting supplies and organic oils. Thanks!

[@MichelleBeahm]

Hi! When can I move my seed trays growing under the grow lights to the greenhouse??

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[@alyssayohe1185]

Maybe I missed it in the video- when should these be started indoors? I have noted from a previous video perennials 10-12 weeks. Is that correct? Thanks!

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@jirapornphillips3874]

Hello, I am wondering if I can germinate perennial flower seeds in late July indoor and plant them in Fall. Thanks,

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[@stephenluna7932]

is it ok to use potting mix when you divide or should you use seed starting mix still?

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[@AshWP]

Gary, would you recommend this technique for annuals as well - such as snapdragons and salvias?

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[@AshWP]

@@THERUSTEDGARDEN Thanks so much, Gary! Much appreciated as always.

[@lizbrain1537]

I am in MD. (A neighbor to you) We are still having 30 - 40 degree days and as low as teens at night. I have many sprouted plants under grow lights. Is it too cold to start putting them out for a short time to get sun? We are also not getting much sun, cloudy, windy and cold. I want to start more, variety under my grow lights. Should I just go and get a few more grow lights?

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Nope. If it is over freezing during the day it is fine. It might slow them down a tad but I think it is good for them to get UV rays early and use to the sun when young. It is really good to do for you cool weather crops as it keeps them from getting tall and leggy. Ill be doing a video on that. Id get more grow light too. LOL. I am assuming your plants are still kinda of small. They need more indoor care right not. Once a good size you can do more outdoors. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@XPrincess30]

Since it's already warm out, is it still better to start them indoors? Or should I just plant them outside?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Well in flats outside is easiest as you can care for them in a flat or inside. They can take a while to grow as seeds. Dont let them sit in trays outside in full sun. Morning sun for 4 or 5 hours is best. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified purchases. Check out my Amazon Storefront for garden lights, seed starting supplies, fertilizer, pest management, books and more! www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden Check out my new gardening PODCAST Gardening Coast2Coast at gardeningcoast2coast.net with CaliKim. Please subscribe as it really helps me & please visit The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop for your fabric pots, fall & spring seeds, seed starting supplies, peppermint oil, neem oil, TRG merchandise, and more at www.therustedgarden.com

[@AHandKnitLetter]

I just stumbled on this video. My last frost date is April 15. Am I too late to start these indoors this way?

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No indoors really any time. You can get some good growth indoors. You should still get some flowers on varieties. Please visit my seed and garden shop at www.therustedgarden.com for all your seeds, seed starting supplies and organic oils. Thanks!

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[@benjaminmooradian5065]

Can you divide all perennial flowers like this ?

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[@99thmonkeyresonance66]

Do the purple coneflower seeds "HAVE" to be "cold stratified" in order to seed/germ better? I'm getting conflicting info, apparently and I KNOW I can trust YOU, so I figured I'd come and ask. Oh yeah, before I end... 1 more question. I ordered the circular pots and the seed flat cell trays- where do I leave a review for you on this "shop" app- (it was "reccomended" through your site, to be able to track my order- but I've never used it before.) I would much rather put a review where others are going to see it and where it will help others and YOU, Gary!

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I haven't dont that. But people say it helps. So I dont know where reviews are. Ill ask my brother to look into it. Thanks for the order.

[@Shelzbells]

Do most perennial seeds have to be stratified before planting?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

You know I don really know. Time degrades the enzyme too inhibits germination. But I found it says on the pack if needed or if you research the plant. Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for your seeds, seed starting supplies, package seed deals, oils and my new LOGO'd journals and harvest bags. THANKS! I have coffee mugs too but shipping is SO MUCH for them. Working on that.

[@Jessyabc]

Which thyme do you plant? There are several types.

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[@lilylily9012]

Can I do this with a mix of seeds? I do not have individual plant seeds.

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Thank you! Im new to your channel and I'm hooked.

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[@victablet3480]

What time of year are you sowing?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@susanday6922]

My parents owned a commercial growing company that supplied big box retail. For perennials you can get near 100% germination starting them In a cold frame. Many perennial seeds need periods of warm and cold, plus moist stratification to optimize germination. If you don’t have a cold frame, most perennial seeds can easily be directly down in the fall, just make sure you clearly mark what you’re planting. That will allow you to weed accordingly. Otherwise this method could be a nightmare. Still a very simple an viable option for those that don’t wish to mess with potting. Poppy seeds are best planted in the dead of winter thrown on the ground where you want them to grow. They do not transplant well. Most seed packages leave off proper planting details for cold stratification. Not properly stratifying seeds can lead to poor germination, or no germination. That also means cold WET stratification, it’s rarely as simple as just putting the seed packet in the refrigerator. This is also why many home gardeners give up on perennial seeds.

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[@tifflet818]

I know this is a year old, but I want to start seeds in a cold frame, and I have no idea how. The cold frame I have will be located outside in my backyard. Can I still start seeds in there during the winter? Will it stay warm enough? The cold frame I’m buying is kinda small. Would I still need to put a dome over top of the seed trays? I’m in Texas and although it doesn’t stay cold for very long here, it does get cold and we’ve had at least one bad snow storm per year since 2020. Thoughts?

[@junelee4062]

Can colombines be good house plants?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@omstygomsty]

Do you use organic seed?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Pretty much all seeds are organic. You cant have an inorganic seed. All organic means is a processed type fertilizer wasn't used in the soil for at least 3 years. And that no sprays like a fungicide was used on the seed. The later is rare and if done the spray is brightly colored like green or pink. So lol, I just used seeds and wont pay extra for something stamped organic. I got to visit a seed company and see what had to be done to say its organic. It was quite silly to be honest. Thanks! Over 1500 gardening videos on my YT channel. Here is how you can support me, & The Rusted Garden... Please Subscribe & The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop: www.therustedgarden.com/

[@agoule01]

I'm in the middle of buying flower seeds for this year, and I'm stumped by something. The seed packets will say that a flower is an annual even though those types of plants are supposed to be hardy in my zone. Can the cultivar really determine whether a plant is an annual or a perennial?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

How they handle a freeze matters. Some are tender perennials which mean in my zone theyd be annuals because the can take cold in the teens. Many annuals left with great temps just keep growing. They also flower and seed a lot. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@resarm5007]

Yes the cultivar sometimes determines if a plant is annual or perennial. There are many families of plants but not every plant in that family has the same hardiness. So species and cultivar do play a role. There are other factors as well. The seed companies print up seed packets with info that is...well, not always complete or accurate. It is wise to do your own due diligence in researching what you are growing so that you have accurate information. Sometimes it is tricky because you'll see conflicting information. If you live in the south, and the flowers are hardy to zone 9, 10, etc. The seed packets may STILL say they are annuals because THEY ARE annuals in most of the country and will not survive. The packets are printed for general information for most locations. They aren't site specific. It would be too complicated for them to print tons of info for every situation. And space consuming on a small packet. I research my seeds and plants as much as possible before growing especially if I am not familiar with them. Hope this helps...

[@ddpears4840]

I always your KZbin videos but I noticed that you don’t have a greenhouse.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Not yet. Working on that. Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for all your seeds, seed starting needs, neem & peppermint oil and more. Thanks!

[@kokopelli2012]

This will save lots of thyme! HAHAHAHAHA

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[@Ed-iz4wm]

3:40 .....rambling....ugh

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[@theblessedgardencontainer]

Thanks for the video Garry, the big container is full of starting mix? Why do we have to start with starting mix and not with potting soil?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

So in the series it talk about boiling water on you starting mix to kill off fungus gnats. Potting mix is usually premoistened and also has fungus gnats. If that isnt a worry, you can use it. It is pretty close. I use potting mix when I pot up outdoors or seed start outdoors. inside i am more careful. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.