Tips for Reading Seed Packets

The back of a seed packet with a map of the United States highlighted with a yellow rectangle.

A seed packet doesn’t just hold your seeds – it also tells you vital information to help your plants thrive. Lisa Schneider from Penn State Extension explains what to look for on the packet, including whether the plant needs sun or shade, how deep to bury the seeds and when you should plant, based on your location. Once you’ve studied the packet (and the time is right), you’re ready to get to planting.

Support our shows » Get our newsletter »

 

More Year-Round Gardening

Host Lisa Schneider standing in front of a blue and green background.

Soft Landings: Say No to the Mulch Volcano

5/29/24 | 3m 19s

Images of ingredient bags to make potting mix, including perlite, vermiculite and peat moss.

Make Your Own Potting Mix

12/3/24 | 2m 53s

Host Tom Butzler standing in front of images of live Christmas trees.

Living Christmas Trees

12/11/24 | 5m 12s

Herbs in planting trays under grow lights.

Growing Herbs Indoors

11/14/24 | 4m 45s

Warm Season Vegetables

6/28/23 | 3m 21s

A photo of a rain barrel with a large flower painted on the side.

Build Your Own Rain Barrel

6/27/25 | 4m 55s

Rick Kralj from Penn State Extension standing in a blue shirt before a blue and green background.

Dehydrating Fruits and Vegetables

2/27/24 | 4m 36s

A large red poinsettia flower with the words "Easy tips for poinsettia care" in the top left.

Poinsettia Care

12/18/24 | 3m 31s

 

« Digital Home Page