Fold the bottom of the paper towel over the line of seeds and then gently roll it up and place it inside of a plastic bag.

Growing plants from seed is a fun way to participate in the whole lifecycle. Seed companies grow plants and then collect and dry the seeds to sell. Some seeds can last for a couple of years, while ...

Some seed corn can germinate and thrive in cold, wet spring soils. Some can’t. The challenge is to know, before you plant, which seed has a high enough germination rate to handle harsh weather ...

As an experienced gardener and goat farmer, I’ve learned that frugality and resourcefulness are key to successful ...

Have you ever found a packet of seeds lying around and wondered if you could grow them? Every year when I get ready to start seeds, I inevitably find a half-full packet or a packet I forgot to plant ...

On several occasions, I have been asked, "Will seed stored over a year still germinate?" I normally tell gardeners more than likely it will germinate if it has been stored in a cool, dry, dark place.

Question: Before I buy new seeds for my garden, is there some way I can test my seeds from last year to see if they are still good? Answer: Yes, there is a simple way to test all your old seeds to see ...

Seed packets provide insight on viability and germination rates. Growing plants from seed is a fun way to participate in the whole lifecycle. Seed companies grow plants and then collect and dry the ...