Cutting

Transplanting typically involves starting seeds indoors or in a greenhouse and then moving the resulting seedlings to their final planting location. In contrast, cutting involves taking a stem or leaf cutting from an existing plant and propagating it into a new plant.

Both transplanting and cutting involve moving a plant from one location to another, but the starting material and the process involved are different. With transplanting, the starting material is a seed that is germinated and grown into a seedling, while with cutting, the starting material is a portion of an existing plant.

In summary, transplanting and cutting are both methods of moving plants from one location to another, but they differ in the starting material and process involved.

Seeding

Direct seeding is a method of planting seeds directly into the soil or growing medium where they will grow, rather than starting them indoors or in a greenhouse first. This planting method is typically used for seeds that are easy to germinate, such as beans, peas, and lettuce. Direct seeding can be done by hand or using a seed drill, and the seeds are usually planted at a depth of two to three times their diameter. This method can save time and effort compared to starting seeds indoors and transplanting seedlings, but it may also require more maintenance to ensure proper germination and growth.