I'm just diving into the world of gardening and could really use some advice! First off, I have some heirloom seeds, but I noticed that my local Home Depot has vegetables and fruits on sale that seem to already have leaves. I'm not sure what those are called, but is there a significant difference between them and my heirloom seeds? Also, what should I know about planting companion plants? Can I plant flowers with everything? For a bit of context, I live in Atlanta, Georgia, so I'm wondering if that affects my gardening choices.
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Hey there! Those leafy veggies you see are known as 'vegetable starts.' They're essentially young plants that have been started indoors before being sold at stores like Home Depot. They can give you a head start on the growing season, but there's definitely nothing wrong with planting heirloom seeds either! You might just be sowing them a bit later than those starts.
And as for planting, you're in luck! Georgia typically has a great growing season, so late planting isn't usually an issue for you. You can mix flowers with a variety of veggies, but definitely check out some companion planting guides for the best combinations!