Starting your own garden may seem like a challenge — especially if you live in an apartment or don’t have much experience. But the truth is, you don’t need a big backyard, fancy tools, or even expensive plants to get started. All you need are seeds, some containers, a little soil, and a lot of love.
Here’s a complete step-by-step guide to help you grow your own vegetables or flowers right from seeds — right at home!
Before buying seeds, ask yourself:
Do I want to grow vegetables, herbs, or flowers?
Do I have access to sunlight?
Am I growing on a balcony, terrace, or windowsill?
Vegetables: Tomato, spinach, chili, coriander, fenugreek, okra
Herbs: Basil, mint, oregano, ajwain
Flowers: Marigold, zinnia, cosmos, sunflower
Choose seeds based on your climate, available space, and purpose (decorative vs edible).
You don’t need to spend much. Here’s what you’ll need:
Quality seeds (always buy from a trusted brand like Kapoor Collection 🌿)
Containers or pots (recycled plastic bottles, clay pots, trays)
Potting mix or garden soil (aerated, well-draining)
Water spray bottle or can
Spoon, stick or fork (for small digging and stirring)
Optional: Organic compost or fertilizer to boost plant growth.
Most vegetables and flowering plants need 4–6 hours of sunlight daily. A sunny windowsill, balcony, or terrace works best.
For plants that prefer shade (like coriander or lettuce), partial sunlight or diffused light areas are ideal.
Now the fun begins!
Fill your container with soil, leaving an inch from the top.
Moisten the soil lightly — don’t flood it.
Sow seeds about 0.5 to 1 inch deep depending on the size.
Cover them gently with a thin layer of soil.
Label your containers if growing multiple plants.
Pro Tip: Don't overcrowd — give each seed room to grow.
Use a spray bottle or gentle watering can to avoid displacing the seeds.
Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Seeds usually germinate in 5 to 15 days, depending on the type and temperature.
Once sprouts appear, give them enough sunlight and rotate the pots every few days.
Remove weeds and thin out weaker seedlings if too crowded.
Add organic compost every 2–3 weeks for healthy growth.
Most herbs and leafy greens can be harvested in 3–6 weeks.
Flowers will start blooming in 6–8 weeks depending on the variety.
Always cut or harvest gently using clean scissors.
Start small and grow gradually.
Don’t get discouraged if seeds don’t sprout — try again!
Track your plant's progress in a small gardening journal.
Ready to begin? Browse our collection of vegetable seeds, flower seeds, and bulbs at Kapoor Collection and start your green journey today!
Happy planting! 🌼
– Team Kapoor Collection
