Many hard-coated seeds benefit from soaking in water to soften the hard coat and speed up germination. To soak seeds before planting, drop them into a cup of water. You'll need to do this for ...

Growing seeds is a relatively simple process ... Inside, where there’s no sun, heat is hard to control, and the most your seedlings can stretch out their new little root legs is the size ...

Discover how to grow and care for zinnias with our comprehensive guide. Learn about planting techniques, ideal growing ...

Growing seeds inside also requires more of an investment because you'll need proper lighting and containers and such. It also requires a more attentive gardener to prevent seeds from staying too damp, ...

Those cheery red seed coats are as hard as Texas summers! Billy Garza, Hill Country landscaper and grower, demonstrates his trick for fast germination. Once ready to plant, these evergreen ...

1. The seeds of Rumex crispus, Datura Stramonium, and Phoradendron flavescens were found to be light sensitive. The germination of seeds of Rumex crispus and Phoradendron flavescens was promoted by ...

Germination is the process by which a plant begins to grow from a seed. Seeds need certain conditions to germinate successfully. Doctor Laura Bowden is a seed specialist, and I've asked her to try ...