Q: I saved seeds from several of my garden plants last year, including pumpkins, peppers and peas. I want to store more again this fall, but I wanted to start with a few and see how they worked.

Seeds naturally deteriorate over time, and the RHS warns that older seeds may yield disappointing results, potentially forcing you to restart with fresh stock. The longevity of vegetable seeds varies ...

Summary and Introduction Many home gardeners are interested in harvesting and storing their own vegetable seeds. For gardeners who have had this in mind, there are several aspects to consider that ...

After seed starting, or at the end of the growing season, many gardeners find themselves with partially full seed packets. Do not throw these seeds away, as most will last more than a year after the ...

Not all seed sources are the same. Comparing variety selection, pricing, availability and disease resistance can help gardeners choose the best options for the season.

As a new season of the year approaches, novice gardeners who have leftover seeds might wonder if they should toss out their packets or hold onto them for next year. This could be especially of ...

So you've had a successful harvest in your flower or vegetable garden -- congratulations! But as the growing season winds down, it's time to start wrapping things up in your yard. But does that mean ...

I’m certainly not trying to rush summer. But with Labor Day’s arrival and the cooler weather it brings, it’s time to start thinking about next year. Before we talk about how to save seeds from your ...