5 Methods for Germinating Seeds

Can You Plant Seeds without Germinating?

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When you are starting your first garden, the whole process of germinating seeds can seem like a mystery.

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You can plant seeds without germinating them first. This is called "direct sow" where the seeds are put directly into the soil without first sprouting or germinating them indoors.

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Seed germination is the process of seed growing into a plant. In gardening, we typically refer to germination as the process of taking a seed to a sprout.

What is Seed Germination?

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If you want to germinate seeds directly into your soil, there are a few steps you should take and a few caveats you should be aware of.

Germinating Seeds in Soil

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1. Use Peat Pellets 2. Use a Paper Towel 3. Seed Starting Trays 4. Germinating Seeds in Sand

4 Ways to Germinate Seeds Indoors

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