If you’re in doubt or experiencing poor germination, test a few of the seeds (10 is a good number) by wrapping them in a ...

If in doubt, check the seed viability of older stored seeds with a simple germination test ... Record the start date on your calendar, garden chart, or spreadsheet to make the process easier.

Sure, errors happen, or the operator (me) uses seeds that a too old, which is frustrating because time is lost and a do-over ...

I confess. I am a saver of leftover seeds. On occasion I’ve saved packets for years then wondered if they would be any good. When I first started gardening, I used to just take a chance, but ...

Before I buy new seeds for my garden, is there some way I can test ... If seeds are not more than a year or two old, most will still germinate well. I have found decent germination on seeds ...