Can you use a basic germination? ((Aka. Moist paper towel technique))
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It has to go through cold stratification if you do it with a moist paper in the fridge, you need to remember to go mist it otherwise it will dry up
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I don't know. I paid for this item but never received it. :l Sorry I can't help.
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I have the instructions but seem to recall the calculations were not accurate. If you will send me your email address, I will be glad to scan the instructions and send them to you in a .TIF file; that is, if and when I am able to locate them, and it may take a while. There are here but haven't looked at them in a long time because I didn't find GA useful in speeding seed germination at any of the recommended levels.
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For best germination: only cast the seeds on the surface. See planting details at http://www.seedaholic.com/lobelia-erinus-compacta-rosamond.html
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You might find this to be very informative: http://www.blytheraw.com/sprouting-chart. You are basically rinsing your seeds and sprouts after the initial soak as Tara explains below. I hope you find the chart helpful too.
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u use a couple sheets of watered down paper towel on a plate in a dark place and the seeds will germinate after u put them into the rockwool
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Hi, Brandie, sorry you're having difficulty opening the PDF Planting, Sprouting and Storing Guide. You may just have a very slow Internet connection. You don't really have to do anything to the seeds before planting them. Just follow the guidelines that are presented in the guide. Proper soil temperature, proper depth and spacing is all you need to pay attention to. If you want your seeds to germinate quickly, you can soak them before planting them into the ground or a pot. If you decide to soak your seeds to speed up the germination process, you just fill a bowl about 2-3" deep with lukewarm water. Then place the seeds into the water for 24 hours. I don't leave them for any more than 48 hours as you can drown them. I really recommend 24 hours. After you soak them you should plant them right away...the same day you remove them from the water is best.
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An easy and effective method to help with the watering is to place a "pad" of newspaper 8-10 sheets on the bottom of the tray. Form your blocks directly on this paper using damped starter soil mix (a bit damper than you would use for regular potting. Squeeze a fist full of dampened mix and it should hold its shape. It is OK if you can squeeze out a drop or two of water.). Plant your seeds. Gently water the paper next to the block, enough to saturate the paper and make it glisten. Check once or twice a day. I think this is a lot quicker and easier than misting.
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Yes, good germination. Different veggies and herbs have different germination times. I like to soak mine prior to planting which speeds it up on the slower ones like peppers etc.
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I just planted right away and sprouted beautifully. I don't really see the need for soaking or sprouting before planting.
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I ph my water and soak it in it till it fattens all the way up. Then i squeeze it gently and let it absorb it again. I do that a few times before u put the seedling in two seeds dept.
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Update: My husband soaked 10 of the seeds overnight and then placed them in between several layers of moist paper towel. 9 out of 10 have sprouted this morning and the 10th looks like it might also sprout, so he says 'YES' these seeds seem to be viable for sprouting and/or planting.
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I have a well so I just use plain water. I had the plants outside during the summer heat to germinate, then brought them in. They almost all germinated, but I have lost a few over the winter, probably because my house is colder and dryer than they would require. I do not spray them, and I believe that this could help, but the majority of them are still thriving anyway.
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I had surprising success with using MiracleGro potting soil and a heating pad. Kept the growing medium slightly damp and there was germination in no time! I'm growing three little trees in my unheated greenhouse right now with so-so success. Plan to try another batch next spring. I'll transplant those outside once the danger of frost has passed.
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Get a paper towel wet with rubbing alcohol rolling over a few times and let dry
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I am using my own tomato seeds. Actually, I saved the little plastic inserts that held the sponges--they clean up fine. For seed starting I replaced the little sponge with half a rockwool mini cube. It works great. I was thinking of buying the master gardeing kit but I haven't yet. I'm still on the fence about that, cause I have my own nutrients that I can add to the garden instead and I don't have to spend $40.
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This is a product I use to prevent weeds from sprouting from seed. So I would recommend you use live plants or slit the paper where you want to plant the seeds. Remember this will biodegrade each year. I love it because I do not have to use herbicides and I can still plant. However, the down side is until I get weeds under control in an area, I have to reapply it each year. I have an acre of untamed land and am slowly getting it under control.
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No! You turn the top & add seed, it's not complicated. That is for cleaning purposes.