Indoor Seed Starting Basics
Channel: Botanical Interests
Date: 17/03/2017

Choose a sanitized container that has drainage and is not too deep.

Choose a high quality seed starting mix that is sterile, has a fine texture, is loose and lightweight yet holds moisture and is free from sticks and bark.

Sow seeds in media. If seeds require light to germinate, do not cover them. Otherwise, cover them to the recommended depth.

Keep seeds moist and cover with plastic wrap until germination. Once seeds have emerged, remove plastic cover.

Provide proper soil temperature for quick germination. Once germinated, 70ºF–75ºF is a good growing temperature for most varieties.

Most plants will do best with grow lights. Use a timer to ensure that they receive at least 14 hours of light per day. Grow lights should be an inch or two from the top of the plant.

Keep in an area with adequate circulation to minimize the possibility of mold.