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

With corn planting well underway, it is time to start assessing germination and emergence. If corn is slow to emerge, it is a good idea to dig up seeds to gauge seed quality and germination, ...

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? Yes, there is a simple way to test all your old seeds to see if they are still ...

Mother Nature wraps every kernel of seed corn in a thin protective coat, called the pericarp. It covers the seed like skin, providing a first line of defense against soil pathogens, pests and ...

This time-lapse compiled of several seeds sprouting. Each seed was sown under moist soil and was filmed till their roots are developed. Varieties included: 00:00 Bean 00:43 Pumpkin 01:18 Tomatoes 01:5 ...

The key to growing excellent sweet corn is providing rich amended soil, ample moisture and fertilizer, and planting in block-rows for good pollination. When selecting corn seed, you might be puzzled ...

Discover 7 seeds you shouldn't start in February, according to experts. Sometimes it's beneficial to ignore seed packets and ...