Lee Valley Tools Gardening Newsletter
Vol. 3, Issue 1
February 2008
 
Seed Starting
 
 
  Seed Preparation  
 

Follow the seed packet directions carefully. Before sowing, some seeds need to be cooled in the refrigerator, some do better after being presoaked in water for 24 hours, some need to be covered and kept in the dark and some need exposure to light. If your packet doesn't offer much information, you can always check a reputable Internet source.

  
     
  I presoak all my seeds—even the tiniest ones, such as basil and parsley. I find the presoaked seeds germinate faster and more reliably. However, never let the seeds sit in water for longer than 24 hours; they sometimes start to ferment and smell (especially snow or snap peas).  
   
 
Basil seeds out of the packet   Basil seeds after soaking
Basil seeds out of the packet
   The basil seeds after soaking have developed a gelatinous coating.
 
 
                 
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