* Plant: This implies placing seeds in a hole or trench in the ground, covering them with soil, and potentially watering them.
* Scatter: This implies spreading seeds loosely over the soil surface, without burying them. This is often used for smaller seeds or for planting in areas where a dense, even cover of plants is desired.
Both "plant" and "scatter" are methods of sowing seeds, which is the act of putting seeds in the ground to start the growth process.
The method you choose depends on the type of seed, the desired plant density, and the growing conditions.