Seed Starting in the Spring

Seeds of various flowers and vegetables, PRO Mix seed starting mix, seed starter pack and an LED glow light kit prompted on a brown wooden table. In the background, various paintings hang on the wall.

1

Preparation

To get started you’ll need seeds, containers like a seed starter kit, and a grow light. Using a grow light is an easy way to ensure that your seedlings get plenty of light for healthy growth. There are various grow lights you can use with LED grow lights among the most popular types. This is because they’re energy-efficient and last for many years.

Several rows of soil pods in a black greenhouse kit are covered by three packs of seeds for flowers, cinnamon, and tomatoe brandywine.

2

Start Planting

When you’re ready to get planting, begin by filling pots or cell packs with moist seed starting mix. If using peat pellets, you’ll need to hydrate them by adding lukewarm water to the tray until they’re fully expanded. After a few minutes, the pellets will be ready for planting.

Plant one seed per pellet or cell, covering each seed with a thin layer of growing mix. Typically seeds are planted to a depth that is twice their diameter - don’t bury them deeply.

The greenhouse kit is set on a wooden table with a UV light above, illuminating it. On the left, large white flowers in a glass vase. In the background, two nautical paintings are hanging on the wall.

3

Germination

Once the seeds are planted, place a plastic dome over the tray to hold humidity and prompt good germination.This is left on until the seeds sprout. At that point, it should be removed to encourage good air flow. Move the tray or pots beneath your grow light, leaving it on for 16 hours each day. Providing 16 hours of light is ideal for most types of vegetables, herbs, and flowers.

A soil pod is held with a person's right hand above a large stack of soil pods in a greenhouse kit.

4

Finishing Touches

Check the soil every day or two, watering to maintain a lightly moist growing mix. You don’t want it to be too wet. If you’re not sure, touch the soil with your finger to gauge moisture levels. Starting your own seeds is quick, easy, and very rewarding.

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