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Six rules for successful seed stratification, following which you can effectively prepare them for sowing. Plants have fruits, and therefore seeds. In the fall, during the rains, they fall to the ground. It would seem that fallen seeds should germinate, as the conditions are suitable. But that’s not the case—they will remain there until spring. And only then will some of them (those that end ..

Plant seeds grown in natural conditions, after their maturation and before germination, are exposed to many factors, including temperature (change of seasons), mechanical (impact and friction against the ground under the influence of wind loads), atmospheric (rain, snow), chemical (minerals and other active substances in the soil), and biological (microorganisms, and sometimes the intestinal tract..

In order to get friendly shoots, the seeds of some flowers need to be stratified. Find out what this procedure is and how to do it correctly...

The lion's share of perennials that are especially desirable in the garden in cold climates sprout only after wintering under the snow. What to do? The conclusion suggests itself: sow before winter or imitate winter sowing!..

Stratification (from Latin stratum — flooring, facere — to do) is the process of simulating the effect of natural winter conditions on plant seeds so that it is easier for the seeds to germinate, as well as measures to accelerate seed germination and increase their germination, applied before planting. Often include artificially keeping seeds at a certain low temperature for a long time. The seeds..

Siberian cedar is a symbol of health and strength, it is a tree of life, which you can try to grow at home. There is nothing complicated in growing. Stratification is needed for cedar nut germination. Two methods of stratification are shown as an example...

Radish grows quickly. Already in June, the beds are cleared of root crops and, so that the scarce square meters do not remain empty, they are sown with other crops...

Spring is in full swing, the most exciting concerns about the baby seedlings growing on the windowsill are behind us (they are no longer babies at all), gardeners and florists are entering the "finishing stretch". The main task of this stage is to properly prepare the seedlings for relocation to flower beds and vegetable gardens...

It is commonly believed that the hosta does not need any care at all. But from two identical bushes growing in similar conditions, you will unmistakably determine the one that receives at least a minimum of care from the gardener...

Strawberries, or large-fruited garden strawberries, are the most popular and beloved berry among summer residents. In order for the bushes to develop quickly and delight with large and fragrant berries in the summer, you need to take care of the plantings in the spring: tidy up the beds, be sure to treat and feed the plants...