There is something magical about seeds. These tiny contained life forms can, given the right conditions, transform into thriving plants.

There are, however, many pitfalls along the way. In Grow Everything From Seed, expert grower Jekka McVicar shares her knowledge, garnered over 40 years of running a successful nursery, to help you germinate like a pro and grow healthy plants.

This comprehensive, practical guide reveals how to grow a wide range of plants from seed. Combining scientific insight with sustainable gardening techniques, it explains not just how to grow from seed, but why seeds behave the way they do—helping gardeners create the right conditions and overcome common germination challenges.

Praise for Jekka:
“Jekka is my herbaceous girlfriend and an absolute star … she’s inspired every generation of students at my restaurant ...” Jamie Oliver

“... we owe her a huge debt for all her work—not least in showing people what can be achieved by gardening without the use of chemicals.” Alan Titchmarsh