Best seed starting method

[Blimpie]

What is the best method to start seeds? I am going to just put them into peat pellets, what do you guys do? What is your favorite way to start seeds?

 

[opt1c]

check my sig; i have pretty good results with my method but it doesn't have to be as complex... just when seeds are really expensive i figure i might as well take the extra effort

 

[Blimpie]

do u have a link? i cant seem to see which one to click, or maybe i am just stupid.

should i look through ur threads for a seed starting method?

sorry im new to these forums

 

[BadKittySmiles]

I scarify the edges, and even go so far as to carefully crack open the shell with tweezers.
Then place either directly into the medium, or into a folded wet paper towel.

Under optimal conditions and with fresh seeds, usually you'll have tap roots showing in 18 hours, and the first sets of healthy leaves within 24-36 hours.
The faster you can germinate, the fewer problems (mold, rot etc) they'll risk running into while they're vulnerable and small.

 

[Blueshark]

Blimpie, I used peat pellets before, but they never dissloved into the soil like outdoors does. I have since started them in my regular soil for final grow and had good luck.. Best of luck to you, and ICmag is a great place to get up to speed on all aspects of growing. The people here really know their stuff and are eager to help. Good luck and welcome to the community

 

[sackoweed]

i soak mine in h20 for 12 hrs by then they either crack open or swell with h20 then they go into wet paper towels and voila in a day or two they have tails and are ready for growing.. peace n pufs..

sacKO

 

[-~Wind Walker~-]

do u have a link? i cant seem to see which one to click, or maybe i am just stupid.

should i look through ur threads for a seed starting method?

sorry im new to these forums

https://www.icmag.com/ic/showthread.php?p=3181699#post3181699

Blimpie, ^^Here is the link Opt1c referred you to.^^

The paper towel method works well for many.

I have used the paper towel method before, but as of now I just soak a rockwool starter cube, squeeze to drain the extra water, plop the seed in and cover with a pinch of vermiculate and keep relatively warm.

I have never been very successful with peat pellets. In fact I would say my experience with them was traumatic.

Welcome to ICMAG!

-~WW~-

 

[Blimpie]

thank you guys i will stick with pellets for now i have used them for veggies with success, i will let u know if i have any troubles.

thanks friends!!!