This is part 2 of a six-part series on seed starting. Part 1 can be read here. Starting seeds early, when done right, is one of the most satisfying aspects of gardening. To see young, green shoots ...

This is part five of a six-part series on seed starting. Part one can be read here. Part two is here. Part three is here. Part four is here. With the beautiful, warm weather we’ve been having, many ...

Starting a garden can be one of the most rewarding experiences for both novice and intermediate gardeners alike.

Seeds are amazing. Inside that tiny structure is everything necessary to produce a new plant. A seed is composed of an embryo (baby plant), endosperm (food source) and seed coat (protective covering).

Learn the best seed-starting methods and tips for a great way to save money and ensure that your plants are grown organically. Get ready to grow your own garden from scratch! However, it can be a ...

Vinegar is not recommended for sterilizing seed-starting equipment, but to get rid of caked-on salt or mineral deposits, you ...

Soaking seeds before planting them mimics the favorable growing conditions after a spring rain. Water is what wakes up many types of seeds and tells them it’s the right time to sprout. So do you need ...

Get a jumpstart on the gardening season by starting seeds indoors. If you've never grown anything from seed, it's easy to write the idea off as difficult or labor-intensive, but that couldn't be ...

With the right planning, you can start seedlings indoors for hardier plants in the garden. Learn how to germinate seeds quickly, with instructions for seed starting mix and DIY paper pots to get ...

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE - Rutgers Cooperative Extension is slated to offer the next class in its "Country Life Series" Classes entitled, “Seed Starting 101” on March 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rutgers ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — February is the perfect time to purchase seeds and start thinking about the spring and summer garden. Success doesn’t require a green thumb – if gardeners plan ahead. Some plants ...