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Many seeds require cold stratification. Learn why planting these seeds outside is the easiest way to start your seeds this Fall.

In this article we're focusing on easy to grow Tree & Shrub seeds that don’t require the lengthy warm or cold stratification periods needed by many other woody perennials. 

You’ve been so patient; your precious tree seeds have been sleeping in the fridge for months. Now, the seasons are changing & it’s time to take those tree babies out of the fridge & watch ‘em grow! In this article we’ve set out to answer all your Spring tree seed questions.

When the ground freezes in Winter, you may be left wondering what to do with the tree seeds you haven't yet planted. 

Luckily, there's a simple way to replicate nature's cold snap for your tree seeds indoors, through cold stratification in your refrigerator! 

Cold Stratification is a period of cold which a seed must go through to signal that Winter cold has passed, Spring has come and it's time to wake up and grow. 

Here are the basic steps for fridge stratification, a troubleshooting guide to most common issues, and a few tips for successful tree seed storage and germination!

Caring for tree seeds can seem intimidating at first. So, we've created a printable Tree Seed Chart to help keep you on track. We've included all our varieties, along with information on all of their requirements - hardiness zone, scarification, soaking, warm or cold stratification, etc.

Let’s get your tree seeds ready for Winter with a video tutorial on scarification, soaking, and stratification from Christopher of The Incredible Seed Company.

From nut butter to nut-dye, here are five ways you can enjoy your backyard nut harvest.

Perennial edibles are so satisfying to grow. Every Spring you will have the pleasure of welcoming back old garden friends! These friends come back year after year to feed not only our eyes and hearts, but our families as well. With very little input compared to annual crops, edible perennials are an easy, minimalist way to increase your homegrown bounty. Isn’t Nature’s gift economy great?

Although threatened by deforestation, the wonderful Pawpaw is making a big comeback.

Pawpaw is found almost exclusively in the wild and is difficult for the average person to find - which gives this tree almost mythical status among growers and foodies. The best way to get a hold of Pawpaw fruit is to grow it yourself - and fortunately it is quite easy to cultivate!