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

Scientists have identified a key gene that helps seeds decide whether to germinate. The MFT gene stops seeds germinating in the dark or under shady conditions, where their chances of survival would be ...

A hand full of grass seeds held over a bright green lawn. - Alex PakhoMovie/Shutterstock One tip for growing grass seed fast is to pre-germinate your seeds. Pre-germinating is when you soak your seeds ...

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

While plenty of gardeners opt to just buy seedlings or dormant bare roots when planting strawberries in their garden, starting the tasty fruit from seed is definitely possible. Whether you decide to ...

Dec. 27 (UPI) --Several studies have highlighted the roles hormones play in enabling seed germination, the sprouting of a seedling, or small plant, from a seed, but much less is known about how energy ...

The SS-Pro Kickstarter campaign concluded on November 14, 2025, with the product set to launch on LetPot's official website in December 2025. For more product details or future purchase options, visit ...