“Harden off” is a strange gardening phrase. What does it mean and why should we do it?

Christy explains what it means to harden off your plants and when it is necessary (hint: it isn’t always necessary). Find out how to do it with your own gardening seedlings, and why it is important some of the time.

Hardening Off – Why Do It and How

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Resources

Before hardening off:

If you are starting seeds at home, watch our video on the Ideal Seed-Starting Set Up

There’s no one way to start seeds. Here’s some guidance on two ways to start.

Buying from the nursery instead (so you don’t have to harden off)? We have 3 tips for how to choose seedlings at the nursery

Don’t be afraid to start seeds at home. If you learn how to care for them before planting them out, you’ll have success in the garden.