What are some gardens that are worth the trip? I'm more interested in hidden gems than the big names like Longwood. For example, this little place in Rhode Island was a delight: https://www.sakonnetgarden.net/

Some people say February, others say March. Some even say April. So I am a bit confused. Does it depend on what you intend on growing?

I am looking to grow a few small crops for the summer. I do have a small grow light and can start a decent amount of seeds. I am just not sure if I should start them now or wait until March. I know they can't go outside until the last nightly frost is over.

Who else has lanternflies in their garden? Between them and the heat and drought, a bunch of my plants are unhappy. I tried reporting the lanterflies through the state form online but you have to include a photo. And those things are fast!! Too fast for me to get a picture, much less squish them. :(

What seed sources are your go-tos? I feel like I've ordered from every catalog or website at this point. Pinetree (superseeds.com) has great prices but I haven't had a great germination rate with them. I'd rather spend a little more for something that will actually grow!