Seed bench
Starting life in a shallow tray
Most seedlings want warmth under the soil, brightness once they break the surface, and patience before their roots meet open air.
A calm sequence
- Fill clean cells with fine, airy mix — firm gently, do not compress.
- Plant to the depth recommended on the packet; label each row.
- Keep evenly moist with a fine mist until sprouts show their first true leaves.
- Move to brighter light and thin overcrowded seedlings with scissors.
- Transplant when roots trace the cell wall but before they circle thickly.
Light & air
Leggy stems usually mean not enough brightness; stalled growth can mean cool soil or saturated mix. A small fan brushing seedlings builds sturdier stems long before outdoor weather arrives.