Get your garden off to the right start with our Guidelines for Successful Seed Germination.
Build Your Own Seed Starting Station
A seed starting station helps you germinate seeds better and grow stronger transplants for your garden. Better gardens start with robust, healthy seedlings; they grow from the ideal conditions a seed rack provides. We share our 20 years experience in how to build your own.
Seed Testing and Preservation: A Behind the Scenes Look at Seed Testing Labs and the USDA
Everyone wants higher quality seed - from the home gardener to the production grower. Seed testing and seed preservation improve seed quality.
Direct Sowing Your Garden Successfully
Direct sowing can be done almost any time of the year - spring, summer or fall.. Read how to avoid common problems and set yourself up for success!
Easy Seed Germination Testing at Home
Our easy and simple germination test shows whether your seeds are good or not with supplies in your kitchen. Stop guessing and know for sure!
Seed Germination Observations
Seed germination is affected by several factors – moisture, temperature, light, soil and time. We look at a recent test we did and lessons learned.
Milkweed Seed Germination Procedures
Milkweed Seed Germination uses soaking and rinsing of the seeds to remove a naturally occurring chemical from the seed surface for better germination.
What Happened To My Seed Germination?
Seed germination issues happen every spring and challenge many new and experienced gardeners and growers. We cover the biggest hurdles and how to fix them.
Seed Orientation and Depth: Keys to Successful Germination
Discover the secret to successful seed planting. Learn how the orientation of seeds can significantly impact their germination and growth.
Heirloom Seed Starting Made Easy
Successful heirloom seed starting at home can be simple and easy using the proven techniques we show you in this new article and video.
Successful Heirloom Seed Starting for the Home Gardener
A look at a successful small scale heirloom seed starting setup. We show you the components used, how they work together and how you can create your own!