Place these seeds on top of the mix and do not cover with more seed starter mix.) (Some plants like lettuce need light to germinate. If you are using older seeds with a lower germination rate, you may place 2-3 seeds and thin later. For this example using pepper seeds, place one seed per cell about 1/4" deep. Make an indent with the stick to the depth specified on your seed packet. If reusing your tray, be sure to wash the tray with hot, soapy water and rinse with 10% bleach to water solution to prevent spread of diseases from last year's planting and then air dry the trays.
Make sure that any container you use has drainage holes in the bottom. Seeds can be started in a variety of containers, but a convenient way is to purchase an inexpensive flat with plugs and a plastic cover which can be used for several years. Stir to make sure all the mix is uniformly moist. Let it stand for a few minutes to absorb the water. bamboo or other stick to make holes in soilĪdd water to your seed starter mix so that it is saturated like a sponge but not soggy.Be sure to use a new, soil-less seed starter mix available for this purpose to reduce the chances of your seedlings damping off. Louis lettuce and cole cro ps such as broccoli, cauliflower, or cabbage, should be started about February 15 tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant about March 15 and cucumbers, squash, and melons about April 15. With proper care and timing you can raise healthy vegetable, flower and herb plants indoors to plant outdoors from seed. In St.
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