Lakeside Greenhouses

While it’s tempting to hold off on planting until everything feels “safe,” many cool-season vegetables actually perform better when planted early. Starting with transplants instead of seeds gives these crops a strong head start, especially in unpredictable spring weather.

When most gardens are still waking up, pansies are already doing the work. These cheerful, cold-tolerant plants thrive in early spring temperatures, offering reliable color when little else is ready to perform. If you’ve ever wondered how pansies manage to look so good while nights still dip below freezing, the answer lies in how they’re built—and how we care for them.

Kale, a member of the cabbage family, thrives in cool weather, making it a favorite for winter and early spring gardens...