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Seed Starting - How to Successfully Start Plants from Seed

By Marie Iannotti, About.com

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Seed Starting: Planting the Seeds

Sprinkle the seeds on the potting mix su
Start Planting: Once you have your containers prepared, you can begin planting the seeds.
  • Make sure you read the seed package for special instructions. Some seeds may require a period of pre-chilling or soaking.

  • Small seeds can be sprinkled on top of the potting mix. Larger seeds can be counted out and planted individually.

  • Use at least 3 seeds per container, since not all seeds will germinate and not all that do germinate will survive. You can thin extras later.

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