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Seeds are not too picky when it comes to the container your plant them into. You can use biodegradable 2.5"-4" pots, the traditional plastic seedling starters, the biodegradable pellets, or the4" square pots. A great addition is trays! Trays can hold whatever you prefer to grow and can be reused year after year.
A seed starting mix or coco coir is lighter and makes it easier for seeds to germinate! The proper soil is essential for seeds. Too dense of a soil essentially crushes the seeds and prevents the sprout from reaching the surface. Seed starting soils are also beneficial when it comes to holding onto moisture. Moisture is key to germination of seeds.
Lighting is one of the main factors you will need to ensure is on point when it comes to growing seeds! If your house does not have good lighting, don't worry! With a Grow Light, the requirement for a well-lit window is unnecessary. You can get T5 bulbs, or an LED fixture. Both will be effective for seed growth. Or make sure to place your seeds near a window with bright, indirect sunlight.
Moisture is a key component to seed starting, and you can't forget temperature! To maintain proper temperature, use a heat mat that goes underneath your tray and creates a warm environment that encourages germination and increases success rates.
Domes are important on top of your trays for the beginning part of your seed's germination. They keep in the humidity required. Vented domes are the most beneficial so you can control the amount of humidity build-up. Once the seedling produces its true leaves, make sure to remove the dome completely because too much moisture can cause a limited amount of oxygen and air movement which will kill the seedling.
January
Week One: Cyclamen
Week Two: Cineraria
Week Three: Geranium
Week Four: Geranium
February
Week One: Geranium& Luffa Gourd
Week Two: Geranium,Wax Begonia
Week Three: Petunia,Pansy, Verbena, Celery, Pepper, Tomato
Week Four: Petunia,Pansy, Verbena, Celery, Pepper, Tomato
March
Week One: Coleus,Dusty Miller, Impatients, Lobelia, Pansy, Petunia, Verbena, Celery, SpanishOnion, Pepper, Tomato
Week Two: Coleus,Dusty Miller, Lobelia, Spanish Onion, Pepper, Tomato
Week Three: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Browallia, Carnation, Celosia, Dianthus, Kale, Marigold,Nicotiana, Petunia, Salvia, Snapdragon, Brussel Sprouts, Cauliflower, Eggplant
Week Four: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Browallia, Carnation, Caelosia, Kale, Marigold, Nicotiana,Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Eggplant
April
Week One: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Calendula, Carnation, Celosia, Kale, Marigold, Nicotiana,Broccoli, Cabbage, Eggplant
Week Two: AfricanDaisy, Calendula, Broccoli, Cabbage
Week Three: AfricanDaisy, Calendula, Cucumber
May Long: Direct sowseeds should be planted in the garden (corn, beets, carrots, wildflowers, sunflowers,etc.)
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Seed starting is an excellent way to get a head start on planning your garden and ensure success for your plants this summer! Plus, growing your own herbs, vegetables, fruit, flowers and more is SO rewarding and fulfilling. Here are a few things you need to know about growing seeds and how to be successful.
Seed starting is an excellent way to get a head start on planning your garden and ensure success for your plants this summer! Plus, growing your own herbs, vegetables, fruit, flowers and more is SO rewarding and fulfilling. Here are a few things you need to know about growing seeds and how to be successful.
Seeds are not too picky when it comes to the container your plant them into. You can use biodegradable 2.5"-4" pots, the traditional plastic seedling starters, the biodegradable pellets, or the4" square pots. A great addition is trays! Trays can hold whatever you prefer to grow and can be reused year after year.
A seed starting mix or coco coir is lighter and makes it easier for seeds to germinate! The proper soil is essential for seeds. Too dense of a soil essentially crushes the seeds and prevents the sprout from reaching the surface. Seed starting soils are also beneficial when it comes to holding onto moisture. Moisture is key to germination of seeds.
Lighting is one of the main factors you will need to ensure is on point when it comes to growing seeds! If your house does not have good lighting, don't worry! With a Grow Light, the requirement for a well-lit window is unnecessary. You can get T5 bulbs, or an LED fixture. Both will be effective for seed growth. Or make sure to place your seeds near a window with bright, indirect sunlight.
Moisture is a key component to seed starting, and you can't forget temperature! To maintain proper temperature, use a heat mat that goes underneath your tray and creates a warm environment that encourages germination and increases success rates.
Domes are important on top of your trays for the beginning part of your seed's germination. They keep in the humidity required. Vented domes are the most beneficial so you can control the amount of humidity build-up. Once the seedling produces its true leaves, make sure to remove the dome completely because too much moisture can cause a limited amount of oxygen and air movement which will kill the seedling.
January
Week One: Cyclamen
Week Two: Cineraria
Week Three: Geranium
Week Four: Geranium
February
Week One: Geranium& Luffa Gourd
Week Two: Geranium,Wax Begonia
Week Three: Petunia,Pansy, Verbena, Celery, Pepper, Tomato
Week Four: Petunia,Pansy, Verbena, Celery, Pepper, Tomato
March
Week One: Coleus,Dusty Miller, Impatients, Lobelia, Pansy, Petunia, Verbena, Celery, SpanishOnion, Pepper, Tomato
Week Two: Coleus,Dusty Miller, Lobelia, Spanish Onion, Pepper, Tomato
Week Three: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Browallia, Carnation, Celosia, Dianthus, Kale, Marigold,Nicotiana, Petunia, Salvia, Snapdragon, Brussel Sprouts, Cauliflower, Eggplant
Week Four: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Browallia, Carnation, Caelosia, Kale, Marigold, Nicotiana,Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Eggplant
April
Week One: Ageratum,Alyssum, Balsam, Calendula, Carnation, Celosia, Kale, Marigold, Nicotiana,Broccoli, Cabbage, Eggplant
Week Two: AfricanDaisy, Calendula, Broccoli, Cabbage
Week Three: AfricanDaisy, Calendula, Cucumber
May Long: Direct sowseeds should be planted in the garden (corn, beets, carrots, wildflowers, sunflowers,etc.)
The Ultimate Guide to Seed Starting
Seed starting is an excellent way to get a head start on planning your garden and ensure success for your plants this summer! Plus, growing your own herbs, vegetables, fruit, flowers and more is SO rewarding and fulfilling. Here are a few things you need to know about growing seeds and how to be successful.
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