Seeds can be sown directly in to the soil. Harvest can be obtained sooner with transplants it is more costly and some plants do not transplant well. Carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, muskmelons, beets, beans, onions, peas, pumpkin, radish, spinach, sweet corn, and water melons are generally started in the garden from seeds. Cares needs to be taken to minimize root drying water can be enough to prevent dry