Pack it down lightly, and spread seeds over the top of the soil, or push them in using a pencil. Then cover the seeds with soil according to the depth indicated on the seed packet, and firm the soil to ensure that it adheres to the seeds. Use a lighter touch for watering, you don't want to wash your carefully-prepared seeds into oblivion. Use a spray bottle or place the flats in an inch of water for an hour. Once sprouted, move your budding creations into ample light and slightly cooler temperatures.
Bulbs are hardy, colorful plants that require little maintenance.
Once established, they perform reliably year after year. Their distinctive shades offer the first glimpses of color in early spring. When planting, use a trowel or bulb-planting tool to make a hole that's slightly deeper than the recommended planting depth. Add a little sand and set the bulb firmly to prevent air pockets. Daffodils, or jonquils, are prolific bulbs that beat all other early bloomers to the punch.