With so many different products on the market, seed starting can seem like an expensive business. But really, all you need is a packet of seeds, a bag of potting mix, and a few containers to grow in.

Maria Marabito is a writer who specializes in sustainable travel, green living, and food issues. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from West Chester University. Seed paper is post-consumer paper ...

Start seeds in "green" pots made from newspapers Kiley Cruse/The World-Herald I get some of my most creative ideas while working in my garden. Like using origami paper folding techniques to make seed ...