should you baby your seedlings in pots or just go wild and plant them straight into the ground?

Last spring, I had this wild urge to turn my tiny backyard into a veggie jungle. My biggest question: do I start my little seedlings in pots or just toss them into the earth and hope for the best? I tried both. The potted ones felt like pampered royalty—easy to move, easy to watch. But the ones I planted straight into the ground? They grew up tough, facing wind and bugs from day one. Honestly, seeing those direct-sown plants thrive made me feel like a proud plant parent. It’s a bit more chaotic, but the payoff is huge. Now, every time I see those sturdy tomatoes, I remember how sometimes, letting things go a little wild brings the best surprises. #gardeningtips #plantparent #growyourown #backyardgarden #Gardening