Did you know some seeds like, and even need, the cold before sprouting? Seeds can have various types of dormancy requirements ...

Did you know some seeds need the cold before sprouting? There are many herbs, flowers, and tree seeds that need it.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Some seeds will germinate with no help from gardeners -- for example, those from the Halloween pumpkin you tossed into your compost pile.

Not all seeds are suitable for winter seeding. Vegetables that tolerate cold temperatures include kale, Swiss chard, Brussels sprouts, spinach, collards, and other frost-tolerant greens. Native plants ...

Ever had trouble getting seeds to germinate in the garden in the spring? If so, it’s time to do some research to see if your seeds need to be cold stratified before you plant them. Cold stratification ...

Viola × wittrockiana, commonly referred to as pansies, are like cabbages and leafy greens in that they love a little bit of ...

Store seeds in envelopes, sealed containers, or plastic bags in a cool, dry, and dark place. To absorb moisture, add silica gel or rice to the seed storage container. Put seeds that require cold ...

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Think winter is too early to start sowing vegetable and herb seeds outdoors? Not for all of them! While heat-loving crops ...

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.

What would your garden look like if it were designed to meet the needs of pollinators, beneficial insects, and birds as well ...