It’s tempting to buy the plant that’s already blooming, but you actually want one without flowers. A non-blooming plant will focus its energy on establishing roots in your garden rather than trying to reproduce immediately.
Furthermore, starter plants have already bypassed the most vulnerable stage of their life cycle. Damping-off (a fungal disease that kills seedlings) and hungry insects are far less likely to destroy a sturdy four-inch transplant than a delicate sprout. Predictability and Quality Control buy starter plants
While a packet of 50 seeds is cheaper than a single plant, it is only a "deal" if you actually need 50 of that specific plant. For urban gardeners or those with limited raised beds, buying one healthy bell pepper plant and one heirloom tomato is far more economical than buying two full packets of seeds that will mostly go to waste. Tips for Buying Success It’s tempting to buy the plant that’s already