Randy Dowdy explains the importance of germination depth – how it sets up a corn crop to deliver more bushels without adding ...

Cilantro success starts with these simple tricks.

Many home gardeners are reporting a similar pattern this season, seeds are sprouting quickly and evenly, but plants begin to ...

A packet of seeds can look like a bargain at first glance—bright packaging, low price, and promises of a thriving garden. But ...

Seeds are easy yet complicated to germinate. In general, seeds need oxygen and moisture to sprout, followed by light and the right soil and temperature to grow. Each type of seed has its own set of ...

Choosing the right heirloom seed supplier can make or break your gardening season. From rare varieties to high germination rates, trusted companies offer quality you can rely on. Knowing where to buy ...

Purdue University researchers have determined a process that regulates activity of genes that control seed germination and seedling development. Mike Hasegawa, the Bruno C. Moser Distinguished ...

When exposed to prolonged high temperatures, tomato seeds often fail to germinate properly, resulting in poor seedling establishment ...

Pollen grains represent the male gametophytes of seed plants and are encapsulated by a bi-layered wall that safeguards the cytoplasmic contents during dispersal. The outer wall (exine) is sculptured ...

When we think about the greatest threat facing humanity, we tend to picture climate change and antibiotic resistance, not what we are going to have for dinner. But the truth is, our need for food ...