Direct Sowing Seeds

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Don’t do more work than necessary with Mr Fothergill’s direct sowing seeds. Remove the fuss of pots and transplanting with vegetables to direct sow like peas and beans that will grow big and strong, or leafy greens like lettuce and spinach that can skip the trays. To learn more, check out our direct sowing guide.

What Does Direct Sowing Mean?

Direct sowing is planting seeds directly into garden soil without using pots or seed beds. While it is a cheaper, easier, and more natural approach to gardening, it can also support the growth of taproots that may develop twisted or deformed roots when transplanted. Certain flower seedscan also achieve improved quality through direct sowing.

How To Direct Sow Seeds

Directly sowing seeds is a simple process. Begin by preparing your soil, clearing away debris such as stones or sticks, then using a rake to produce a fine tilth that’s perfect for sowing. Next, sow your seeds at the recommended depth and spacing for your chosen seeds.

Once sown, cover your seeds with soil. Gently press down to firm them and use a label to help you remember where you have sown certain seeds. Finally, water your seeds so that they are consistently moist without becoming waterlogged.

Buy Direct Sow Seeds Here at Mr Fothergill’s

Make gardening simpler than ever with direct sowing seeds from Mr Fothergill’s. Whether you want to grow bulking vegetables or lush greens and herbs, this range has everything you need to sow simply and without the risk of transplant shock. You can buy direct-sowing seeds online or at all good garden centres and major hardware stores.