Starting plants from a seed grants earlier harvests, greater variety, healthier seedlings, lower costs, and the undeniable sense of satisfaction and reward.For the most complete, up-to-date information on starting plants from seed, turn toThe New Seed-Starter's Handbook.Written by a gardener with 30 years of experience, this updated, easy-to-use reference explains everything you need to know to start seeds and raise healthy seedlings successfully.You'll find:The latest research in seed startingThe best growing mediaThe newest gardening materialsSolutions to seed-starting problemsSource lists for seeds and hard-to-find gardening suppliesThe robust encyclopedia section lists more than 200 plants—including vegetables and fruits, garden flowers, wildflowers, herbs, trees, and shrubs—with details on how to start each from seed.