Raising Seeds Tip #1: moisture

Hi all

Our first post out of Pip’s Autumn Kit have been sent to all our Autumn subscribers. When you’re planting your seeds, whether its straight into your garden or in seed trays for transplanting later, there are a few things that are crucial to remember.

#1: Remember to keep the soil wet where you have planted your seeds. Not soaking wet as the seeds will rot or go mouldy, but moist like its just rained gentley on them. Don’t let the soil dry out at any point or the seeds may not germinate.

Seeds are like us, they need certain conditions to survive. Food, water, air, sunlight and the right temperature. Different seeds prefer different temperatures which is why many plants are seasonal and will only grow at a particuar time of year. Winter crops like cold spells whilst summer crops need it to be warm.