Soaking seeds before planting them mimics the favorable growing conditions after a spring rain. Water is what wakes up many types of seeds and tells them it’s the right time to sprout. So do you need ...

I’m currently dusting off my seed-starting supplies and sorting through seed packets from years past. Seed starting is an annual ritual for many gardeners, but if you’re new to the party, it would be ...

I would like to know more about how you start seeds in a window. You may be able to start seeds without additional artificial light if you have a south-facing window. Be sure to pull any shades or ...

I’m currently dusting off my seed-starting supplies and sorting through seed packets from years past. Seed starting is an annual ritual for many gardeners, but if you’re new to the party, it would be ...

Many seeds only require soil and water to sprout. Others, however, have a harder coating that makes germination a bit difficult. That’s because in the wild, they rely on birds and other wildlife that ...