Friday, June 16, 2017

Tips To Follow When Planting Seeds In A Seed Tray

By Laura Ellis


Any basic tray can be used because it is cheap and no other ways for you to have the plants to start your garden or farm. A good way can be an egg carton that is a paper material best for you to plant it correctly. Be sure to get a good quality one to make things easier and follow the necessary steps.

First is to determine the right time to plant them. It should depend on the weather and other factors because the planting process would really vary from seed to seed. You have to consider the right procedures as well as the MNDOT mixes that apply. Check its packaging and read all the information written.

You have to bear in mind that the plants have unique requirements when planting it. It also helps when starting small by having series of varieties. Try anything that can be used indoors when you doing it. The right procedure will also ensure that the seeds will grow well. Find the best choices as a beginner.

Another thing is the light given for the seedlings. Make sure that the windows are south facing to get a considerable amount of sunlight. Without sufficient light, they will be weak and leggy which is not really good for a plant. If having sufficient amount of sunlight is not attainable, the option is to buy timer or grow lights. It can ensure you of consistent and abundant light to deliver good outcome.

Part of the procedure is considering the goal that you want to achieve. To meet all your goals, proper timing is required. The weather should also be favorable before you begin doing it. Look at its packet as it will tell you the right time to start planting. Its packaging will give the details such as the months and procedures required.

Before you transfer it to your garden, make sure to have the right container by knowing how deep it is and it it has some drainage holes. For DIY experts, recycled paper cups can be used to save some of money of buying the containers. But, you will surely find it convenient to use the intended container for seed starting.

Be sure to prepare as well the potting soil for growing the seeds. The type of soil used must be fresh and well mixed to make sure of its growth. Do not use those from the garden and houseplants. Make sure of it before you start the planting process to save effort and time.

Check the seed packets and determine its depth for planting. Some can be small then you only have to sprinkle it on your garden. Larger seeds need to be buried however. Determine the needed depth, read the given instructions or inquire to some experts. To make the germination fast, you need to cover it with plastic or any wrap that fits the container.

As the plants grow, water it to make the soil moist all the time. The ground will absorb it properly so there are no worries when you do it. Feed those seedlings with fertilizers mixed with what is recommend based on the packaging. These are just few of the many things to put in mind when planning to plants seeds.




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