🌱Why we stand behind our germination rates 🌱 From April through August, we test the germ rate of every single variety of seed we carry. It’s true! Some seeds; like beans and corn - are tested in actual soil using seedling trays. Others we’ll test using paper towels or some paper made especially for germ testing (pictured in the video). 🌿Herbs are the most finicky and usually take the longest so Jaci starts those early. That big metal ‘wardrobe’ behind her is affectionally known as the Germina

Want to learn how to start your own seeds for the garden? Here’s how to successfully start with a soil-less seed-starting mix.A good soil-less seed starting mix gives your seeds the best chance to grow into healthy plants. It's a better choice than standard potting soil because it's finer and lighter, making it easier for tiny seedling roots to grow. And seeds actually do not need additional nutrients during this time (so no feetilizer). The structure of the seed contains everything the plant ne

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