Planting Seeds Can Be One Of The Most Enjoyable Parts Of Gardening
Posted by wtdealo4 on May 4, 2010
Seeds require warm, moist growing mediums. Most seeds tell you the required germination temperatures on the package. By following the temperature requirements you will get the fastest starts. You will be able to maintain these temperatures with a propagation heating mat. (It is not recommended to use one of those heating pads that help your aching muscles, because they can become too hot and can also be a fire hazard if they become wet).
Starting your garden out by planting seeds can be one of the most enjoyable parts of gardening. Find a seed supply company that sells high quality seeds with good genetics.
Seeds require warm, moist growing mediums. Most seeds tell you the required germination temperatures on the package. By following the temperature requirements you will get the fastest starts. You will be able to maintain these temperatures with a propagation heating mat. (It is not recommended to use one of those heating pads that help your aching muscles, because they can become too hot and can also be a fire hazard if they become wet).
Start your seeds by soaking your growing medium first then adding the seeds. Keep the medium almost soaked for the first 2 days of planting to help soften the seeds hard shell then remove the medium from any standing water so that it can start to dry out. Letting the medium start to dry up some what will allow for air circulation and also cause the seedling to spread their roots in search of moisture. Don’t let the medium totally dry out. Once that you notice that it is getting dry just add more water to it.
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