One way to jumpstart seed germination is to rehydrate the seeds by soaking them in warm water. But is soaking every type of seed really necessary? We talked to two experts about what seeds can benefit ...
Speed up germination for some veggies and flowers by soaking seeds before planting. Soaking seeds before planting them mimics the favorable growing conditions after a spring rain. Water wakes up many ...
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Some seeds have hard outer shells that slow or prevent water absorption. Soaking or scarifying (scratching or nicking the seed coat) helps speed up germination and improves ...