Understanding seed descriptions
They're so small, but not so simple. Seeds seem as though they should be easy to buy, but there is actually a lot to know.
There's treated and untreated seed, referring to the use of materials and processes to reduce the incidence of bacteria and diseases that are carried by the seed to the next generation of plants. There are organic, ecologically grown, and conventional seeds. What’s this about patented varieties? And how do we sort out discussions of germination rates, disease-resistance, and performance under various weather conditions?
