Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard

Question: Need a recommendation for the best time to plant determinate tomato seeds for transplanting into containers. We are located in Phippsburg, Maine. Answer: In our climate, we need to start all types of tomatoes indoors and then transplant them outside after the risk of frost has passed. So, you’ll need an estimate of when […]

Question: How can I grow Ilex verticillata (winterberry) from the berry (seed)? Answer: In answer to your question about growing Winterberry, Ilex vertillata, you can use the berries from current plants. If the berries are still firm enough, put them in a plastic bag and let them ferment. When soft enough (might take a week) […]

Question: Should I soak my peas to help germination? Answer: Yes, soaking the amount of pea seed you wish to plant in your garden in a cup of lukewarm water overnight will help the seed to absorb water and shorten the amount of time they need to germinate. When the soil has warmed up enough […]