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When starting seeds indoors, the goal is to have hearty seedlings by the time it's warm enough to plant outdoors. Here's some tips to get started:

Choosing the Right Container
You can start seeds in almost any kind of container that will hold 1 to 2 inches of starting medium and has holes for drainage.

OLD VIRGINIA TOMATOES

Yes, will admit we’re tomato obsessed. And, even though it’s freezing cold outside and it’s still a few months before you’ll start your seed, you’re probably already dreaming about those red, juicy tomatoes and wondering which ones you’ll grow this season. No matter what the variety — plum, beefsteak, heirloom or grape — tomatoes are perfect for sprucing up a main dish, tossed in salads or simply eaten fresh off the vine! Here’s one tomato you’ll want to add to your garden this season:

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE SEED EXCHANGE

NEW at the Garden Center, Southern Exposure Seed Exchange offers an assorted variety of vegetable, flower, herb, and grain seeds. Emphasizing varieties that perform well in the Mid-Atlantic and southeast, Southern Exposure Seed Exchange is the perfect choice for seeds in Hampton Roads. Plus, they are GMO free and have agreed to the Safe Seed Pledge - meaning that they pledge to not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants.

RED RENDEZVOUS, Wilsonara Spacemine Orchid

PHALAEONOPSIS ORCHIDS, (Moth Orchids)

Valentine's Day is one of the most celebrated holidays and throughout history, it has been celebrated with romantic traditions including cards, candy, and gifts that convey love and appreciation. So, if those diamond studs are not in your budget this year, consider the orchid.