Observe the seed lot
Species, storage and seed age can change the best preparation method and germination time.
Seed growing library
Practical seed guides for sowing, germination and early care, organized by plant family.
Browse topics
Start with the plant family, then open the guide for the exact seed you have.
Interactive calendarLunar planting calendarOpen topic 
1 guideBamboo seedsOpen topic 
2 guidesCactus and succulent seed guidesOpen topic 
5 guidesConiferous seedsOpen topic 
47 guidesDeciduous seed growing guidesOpen topic 
16 guidesFlowers seedsOpen topic 
34 guidesFruits seedsOpen topic 
47 guidesHerbs seedsOpen topic 
13 guidesLegume and cereal seedsOpen topic 
6 guidesLianas seedsOpen topic 
3 guidesNuts trees seedsOpen topic 
2 guidesPalms seedsOpen topic 
2 guidesPepper seedsOpen topic 
3 guidesPumpkin and melon seedsOpen topic 
1 guideTobacco seedsOpen topic 
1 guideTomato seedsOpen topic 
4 guidesVegetables seedsOpen topic 
1 guideWater plants seedsOpen topic 
5 guidesCrucifers seedsOpen topic Species, storage and seed age can change the best preparation method and germination time.
Use clean, draining media and avoid keeping the seed waterlogged.
Note temperature, light, sowing date and visible changes for the next attempt.