03-10-2011, 02:03 AM
I planted some Aina Ola (supposed to be only so-so) onion seed a few days ago, already have sprouts up, made me think of this thread...
Got an email ad from Charley's Greenhouse Supply, made me think of this thread...
Here's their top tips on Seed Propagation, minus the product placement...
1. Planting in Pot-Paks or Flats is fast and convenient.
2. Sterilize any containers to be re-used to prevent disease.
3. Always use a sterilized Seed Starting Mix to prevent damp-off disease.
4. Mix fine seeds with fine sand or milled Sphagnum Moss. Scatter over starting mix.
5. Soak larger seeds in hot water overnight to speed germination before planting.
6. After seeding according to package directions, spray with fine mist thoroughly.
7. Cover to reduce evaporation and help maintain humidity. Don#146;t let seeds dry out!
Review these... perhaps you can figure out what is going wrong.
Got an email ad from Charley's Greenhouse Supply, made me think of this thread...
Here's their top tips on Seed Propagation, minus the product placement...
1. Planting in Pot-Paks or Flats is fast and convenient.
2. Sterilize any containers to be re-used to prevent disease.
3. Always use a sterilized Seed Starting Mix to prevent damp-off disease.
4. Mix fine seeds with fine sand or milled Sphagnum Moss. Scatter over starting mix.
5. Soak larger seeds in hot water overnight to speed germination before planting.
6. After seeding according to package directions, spray with fine mist thoroughly.
7. Cover to reduce evaporation and help maintain humidity. Don#146;t let seeds dry out!
Review these... perhaps you can figure out what is going wrong.