The paper towel seed germination test is a quick and easy way to evaluate whether your seeds are viable, aka, “will they ...

Have you ever found a packet of seeds lying around and wondered if you could grow them? Every year when I get ready to start seeds, I inevitably find a half-full packet or a packet I forgot to plant ...

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 ...

Most gardeners keep a stash of seedsthat they carry over from year to year. It can be a very cost effective way of planting ...

Here’s how to check if those old garden seeds are viable.

If you’re a frugal New England gardener, you likely have unused seeds that you’ve saved from previous years. Before the growing season gets started, it’s important to know whether any leftover seeds ...