sprouting

(noun) the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow. Synonyms: germination.

(verb) produce buds, branches, or germinate. Synonyms: shoot, spud, germinate, pullulate, bourgeon, burgeon forth, sprout. Example: "The potatoes sprouted."

(verb) put forth and grow sprouts or shoots. Synonyms: sprout, stock. Example: "The plant sprouted early this year."