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How to | Sowing seed in seed raising mix
Tip
- Plant seeds to a depth of no more than two times the seed's diameter.
The steps for large seeds
- Use a skewer or similar utensil to make a hole in the soil.
- Pop the seed into the hole.
- Cover over lightly with soil. Press down lightly.
- Mist the surface gently.
The steps for fine seeds
- If the seeds are fine, sprinkle the seed on the soil surface.
- Lightly moisten with spray.
- Cover seed with a fine sprinkling of soil and press down lightly.
- Mist the surface gently.
Ongoing maintenance
- Maintain moist conditions at all times when germinating.
- Once seeds have germinated, provide high light conditions. Plants will quickly grow 'leggy' if inadequate light is provided.
- Use rainwater or filtered water, preferably not tap water.
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