How to Start Seeds: The Right Way

🌱Doing your own plant starts can make your garden more profitable or cheaper if you're a home gardener.

💡Proper infrastructure is key for successful plant starts, including a dedicated growing space and access to water and sunlight.

🌡️Maintaining a warm, humid germination area is crucial for healthy plant starts.

🌱Soil blocks are a labor-intensive but effective method for starting seeds, producing healthier and larger starts.

💦Choosing the right soil mix is essential for successful plant starts, with professionally made mixes offering better results than homemade ones.

What are the most important factors to consider for successful plant starts?

—Proper infrastructure, including a dedicated growing space and access to water and sunlight, as well as a high-quality soil mix, are crucial for success.

Is it better to use soil blocks or cell trays for starting seeds?

—Soil blocks offer advantages in terms of healthier and larger starts, but they are more labor-intensive. Cell trays are easier to work with but require careful moisture management.

What is the optimal germination temperature and humidity?

—The temperature should be warm, around 70-75°F (21-24°C), and the humidity should be high, around 70-80%, to ensure successful germination.

Can I make my own potting mix for starting seeds?

—While it's possible to make your own potting mix, professionally made mixes often yield better results in terms of consistency and longevity.

What should I do if my seedlings become root bound?

—If seedlings become root bound, they should be transplanted into larger containers or directly into the garden to allow for proper root development.

00:00Doing your own plant starts can be profitable or cost-effective.

02:40Proper infrastructure, such as a dedicated growing space and access to water and sunlight, is crucial for successful plant starts.

09:59Soil blocks are a labor-intensive but effective method for starting seeds.

12:00Choosing a high-quality soil mix is important for successful plant starts.

16:00The optimal germination temperature is around 70-75°F (21-24°C), with high humidity.

19:47Professionally made soil mixes often yield better results than homemade ones.

22:30If seedlings become root bound, they should be transplanted into larger containers or directly into the garden.