Northern & Central Midwest November 5, 2009 By Kate Jerome, Pleasant Prairie, WI region description | previous reports In My Garden These paperbark maple seeds need a cool, moist period followed by a warm moist period to break dormancy and germinate. Seeds, Seeds, Seeds As the fall begins to wind down, the leaves are dropping and many trees and shrubs are leaving behind their seeds to start new plants next year. It's hard not to be tempted to help nature along and collect seeds to start plants on our own. Starting... more Resources Books The Essential Garden Maintenance Workbook Although The Essential Garden Maintenance Workbook , by Rosemary Alexander (Timber Press, 2006)... Clever Gardening Technique Drown Those Pests When bringing in a pot of herbs or a houseplant that has spent the winter outdoors, submerge the... more    Regional Reminders Adjust Houseplants to Indoors Protect Tender Roses Take Care of Containers Get Ready for Birds Bring Tools, Chemicals Inside more  Back to Regional Reports Home   report index | in my garden | reminders | resources Search: