Why do not seeds germinate?
REASONS WHY VEGETABLE SEEDS DO NOT SPECIFY FOR SPRING
With the start of the new seedling season, questions began to come from readers. And most often gardeners complain that seeds do not sprout. Why is this happening and how to avoid it, says candidate of agricultural sciences Nikolai Khromov.
Seeds expired or stored incorrectly
Carefully look at the timing of production and shelf life of seeds when buying them. Sprout seeds collected on your own before sowing. Store in paper bags at room temperature and constant humidity.
Bad soil
Soil for seedlings should be clean, air- and moisture-permeable, loose, without a crust on the surface and not acidic. Take this into account when preparing the soil mix.
Incorrect seed preparation for sowing
When preparing for sowing, keep in mind that seeds inlaid and processed by the manufacturer do not require additional processing. When preparing seeds collected on your own, strictly follow the recommendations of specialists: too high a temperature, prolonged soaking and harsh chemicals can damage or destroy the seeds.
Sowing error
Seeds usually do not germinate well if they have been sown too deep. Remember that the optimum sowing depth is three seed sizes wide.
Incorrect watering
With a lack of moisture, a soil crust appears, which prevents the germination of seeds. To correct the situation, gently loosen the soil and pour from the spray gun. With excess moisture, stop watering, sprinkle a thin layer of river sand on the surface of the soil.
Incorrect temperature
The optimum temperature for the emergence of seedlings is comfortable for us + 21 ... + 22 degrees. Put a bowl with crops in a colder or warmer place - urgently transfer it to a room with a suitable temperature. Then the seeds will have a chance.
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