grow (plants) from seed

phrase

: to grow by planting seeds rather than by some other method
tomatoes grown from seed

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Benefits of Growing From Seed There are countless reasons to grow from seed. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026 Pick something easy to grow from seed, like wheat grass or cat grass, and replant it in a tray or pot every few weeks. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026 Easy to grow from seed, the plants reach around 18 inches tall. Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026 Lettuce is ideal for growing in small spaces and easy to grow from seed planted in early spring. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2025 Marigolds and zinnias are both easy to grow from seed, but zinnia flowers come in a wider variety of colors. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Grow (plants) from seed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20%28plants%29%20from%20seed. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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