Key Points Store seeds in envelopes, sealed containers, or plastic bags in a cool, dry, and dark place.To absorb moisture, ...

Sure, we just buttoned up the garden for the winter, but in just a few months, you’ll be starting to grow seeds again. Some of those seeds require cold stratification, which is exposing the seeds to a ...

Have you ever planted seeds and nothing sprouted? This could be the result of many different things such as soil moisture, seed viability, soil temperature and planting depth; however, not all seeds ...

Choosing the right size pot for aster variety is a primary consideration. Aster seeds require cold stratification for germination. Plant nursery seedlings six to eight weeks before heavy frost in ...

MUNCIE, Ind. – There has been a large push for native plants recently as they are often drought tolerant, grow well in our soil conditions, and provide better food source for native animals.

Watch an oak tree growing from an acorn to a young plant over 133 days in this time-lapse. We picked white oak because it can be germinated immediately without a need for cold-stratification like red ...

Prepare seeds and transplants a few weeks before you plan on putting them in the ground. There are plenty of perennials to pick from, so always start looking at local wildflowers first. If you want ...

GREENFIELD — Spring fever? Local gardeners say now is the time to start planting if you want to grow from seeds. Whether you’re starting seeds indoors with lights and warmth or trying a fairly new ...

CLECELAND, Ohio -- Matt, a reader from Broadview Heights, sent me an email and a photo last month and wrote, “I was out walking my dog and I saw these plants. Are they milkweed pods, and if so, can I ...

You've eaten plenty of peaches. You may have even picked a few. But have you ever tried growing a peach tree from the pit? It's a fun project for both new and experienced gardeners. Kids love it, too!

The seed catalogs continue to pour in, and they are loaded with good stuff and great information on growing from seed. For example, Siskiyou Seeds is a bio-regional seed hub that produces ...

If you want perennial plants to settle in as quickly and easily as possible, it pays to get them in the soil at the right time. Perennials planted in summer are more at risk of transplant shock, while ...