Are you considering an attempt to germinate grass seed by laying it on top of the soil? Here are a few things you should know ...

I’ve seen various cold stratification methods for seeds, including using empty milk containers, buckets, and ice cube trays.

Epsom salt, or magnesium sulfate, has a long history of use in gardens to supplement nutrients that the soil may be lacking. It's often marketed as a versatile garden aid, with claims it can boost ...

We've researched and compiled a top list of the best grass seed for overseeding in the Northeast ... The grass seed mix also contains WaterSmart PLUS Coating, which helps the soil retain moisture and ...

This often-overlooked seeding method allows grass seed to lie in wait, ready to sprout as soon as the soil warms up.

Other slow sprouters — spinach, for example — have compounds that inhibit germination in their seed coats. These compounds have to break down in the soil before the root and sprout can burst ...

According to The Montana State University Extension service, plant roots grow faster in sandy soil and this type of garden is also easy to work with. If you know how to feed them, this garden is ...

While gardens are still going strong with warm season plants, it is just a matter of time before we get a killing freeze, and ...