Get excited! Now that you have all of your pots or pellets gathered to sow your seeds it's time to get cracking on germination. There are a few things to keep in mind during this period of time when you plant your seeds until you start to see those new little sprouts. 

Choosing the right position for your pots or mini greenhouse is quite important when germinating seeds. Too little light and the seedlings will become elongated with long thin stems as they reach for the light, causing them to break easily. Too much sun and the pots can quickly dry out and the seeds fail to germinate. Select a sunny windowsill that receives a good amount of morning light, or in warmer frost free areas perhaps a protected area outdoors with bright morning light. You may need to rotate pots to allow even growth, and for indoor areas where there is little light consider utilising an affordable plug in grow light to get seedlings going if it is still cool and frosty outside. 

Warm soil with steady moisture is critical for germination, particularly when it comes to Spring and Summer flower and veggie seeds. We love using a heatpad underneath pots and trays, as this keeps the soil at the optimal temperature which leads to quick and even germination.