Scientists have discovered a tropical “dynamite tree” that explosively launches seeds at 150 mph. The mechanism uses physics, ...

Contrary to childhood warnings, swallowing a seed will not result in a plant growing inside your stomach. Potent stomach acids effectively break down seeds, preventing germination. While rare medical ...

This video was originally posted to TikTok in April 2021. Hosted by: Hank Green (he/him) Christie Wilcox: Writer Luke Rosener: Fact Checker Savannah Geary: Editor, Associate Producer Hiroka Matsushima ...

It smelled like Christmas inside the Silvaseed extractory Tuesday morning as machines whirred meticulously to remove millions of conifer seeds from cones and sort them into large barrels. Hidden ...

Silvaseed operates the region's largest private seed bank and extractory in Roy. Staff collect, process and x‑ray billions of conifer seeds and grow seedlings. Mast Reforestation sells carbon credits ...

So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for kids, but it’s also very easy. Just know that since avocados are tropical plants, they won’t ...

Gardeners can propagate woody plants like trees and shrubs from seed with some basic knowledge. Most seeds from temperate climates require a period of cold, damp conditions to overcome dormancy before ...

The Wood County Land & Water Conservation Department is offering fruit trees for the first time as part of its Tree, Shrub and Seed Sale. Orders for the 2026 Tree, Shrub and Seed Sale are due by Jan.