Q: I recently planted several flower seeds indoors, including sweet peas and cosmos. As I'm new to gardening, I’m unsure about how often to water them. Any tips?
A: When growing flower seeds indoors, adequate moisture is vital. Seedlings are fragile compared to mature plants. Too much or too little water can lead to various issues.
Meredith Bishop, a flower grower, cautions that overwatering can wash away nutrients from the soil, resulting in weak seedlings. 'It also promotes fungal diseases, like