Starts are are a way of skipping right over the seeding step. A start is a sprout that has been grown from a seed. Nurseries and garden centers sell starts and they can also often be found at farmer's markets and grocery stores. This can be a great option for a beginner, ensuring you get a healthy, vibrant plant. Be sure to check if it is advertised as organic.

By the time you obtain a start, it is most likely ready to be replanted into a larger pot or the ground. Below, this flower start is rootbound and ready to be replanted. See how the roots are holding the dirt in place?