Knowing how to germinate seeds efficiently and quickly is an essential skill for all gardeners to master. Starting plants from seed opens up a world of growing possibilities and allows for a head ...

Growing up in suburban New York City, our house was surrounded by woods of primarily American beech (Fagus grandifolia) and white oak (Quercus alba). And one year it occurred to me that I could ...

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 ...

A hand full of grass seeds held over a bright green lawn. - Alex PakhoMovie/Shutterstock One tip for growing grass seed fast is to pre-germinate your seeds. Pre-germinating is when you soak your seeds ...

Have you ever started seeds? How successful have you been? Starting your own seeds gives you the advantage of a bigger selection of more unusual varieties of flowers and vegetables that may not be ...

To grow a snake plant quickly, reconsider how much light and maintenance it needs, and be sure to understand the ideal ...

A basket full of freshly picked cherry tomatoes sitting among some tomato plants - La Huertina De Toni/Shutterstock Whether you're a seasoned tomato grower or just a beginner, these delicious summer ...

Monarch butterfly caterpillars only eat leaves from the milkweed genus, Asclepias spp., so it’s critical for those butterflies that we try to grow as many of these plants as we can. Collecting ...

Pumpkin season might be months away, but if you want to grow your own pumpkins, the time to start is now! Head to your local nursery and pick up some pumpkin seeds. If you’re unsure which variety to ...

Fall is the best time to plant cool-season grasses, which thrive in this half of the country. If you want to grow a lawn that’s the envy of your neighbors, then you’d better plant grass seed at the ...