Seeds loose their viability over time, especially when they're not stored correctly. However, a simple light hack can tell if ...

Most gardeners keep a stash of seedsthat they carry over from year to year. It can be a very cost effective way of planting vegetables and flowers, but there’s a catch: seeds have shelf life. Over ...

Did you once buy a packet of 250 zucchini seeds, not realizing that four plants would be more than enough for the season? Are you now left wondering if the remainder of the packet is still good enough ...

Although using certified seed is the best way to ensure quality, replanting seed from good looking grain fields is a regular practice on some farms. Here are some factors to consider for getting the ...

Packets of seed for vegetables and flowers often contain more than a gardener needs in a single season, and gardeners end up saving the rest of the packet for the next year. Then these open seed ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract A fundamental aspect of establishing native plant species in restorations is ensuring that the seed used is viable. We test whether seed ...